It looks like Mozilla’s Firefox has taken another security blow with the discovery that Google user accounts can be accessed through a dangerous Firefox exploit. The vulnerability, which is still in the wild some 10 days after its discovery on gnucitizen.org, allows hackers to access Google accounts, including Gmail, with cross-site scripting attacks.
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Ever wondered exactly what hackers do when trying to break into a machine? Everyone’s heard the vague generalities—run password crackers, sniff out data in unsecured public Wi-Fi hot spots, and i wont even touch those movie stuff - but what are the actual specific tools they use? Could you use them to test your own […]
You may ask: “What is a Botnet?” A Botnet is a jargon term for a collection of software robots, or bots, which run autonomously and automatically. They run on groups of “zombie” computers controlled remotely by crackers. This can also refer to the network of computers using distributed computing software. While the term “botnet” can […]
Yahoo has recently updated its messenger IM software to flush a bug that hackers could exploit by sending video chat invitations to unwary users. The vulnerability, which surfaced last week in a post on a Chinese security forum, could be exploited by duping a user into accepting a malicious webcam invitation, security firm McAfee Inc. […]
Steve Bass of PC World recounts how he was able to re-discover admuncher and he’s now using the app on a daily basis to keep webpages free of ads and pop-ups.
I made a discovery today about Ad Muncher that increased its value substantially. I was having some trouble on LaLa.com — the page wasn’t loading […]
So, you got your OS patches and browser updates installed and you have a good antivirus waiting to zap any malicious thing that comes through your internet connection. But security doesnt stop there, my friend. You gotta be selfish (at least to intruders) and turn off those hidden network shared folders.
With all the attention that […]
What are rootkits, you say?
A rootkit is a set of software tools intended to conceal running processes, files or system data from the operating system. Rootkits have their origin in relatively benign applications, but in recent years have been used increasingly by malware to help intruders maintain access to systems while avoiding detection. Rootkits exist […]
Most users needs some sort of firewall to protect themselves from the dangers of the world wild web. Acquiring one is just the first step, its also important to properly configure your firewall to efficiently thwart off intruders to your network.
it’s a little like protecting your house. You probably lock all your doors when you […]
Whether its old or new PC’s , there’s one application that shoudlnt be overlooked and thats your antovirus software. PC world has ranked the best performing antivirus software out there in terms of ease of use, protection and price.
Top Antivirus Performers
Kaspersky’s first-rate but pricey program offers a smooth, easy-to-use design and excellent protection against malware.
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PCWorld has an article that says that out of 31 Antivirus programs, only 4–ClamAV, eSafe, Kaspersky, and Symantec–reported a virus on a Storm Worm infected email attachment.
First seen in January, the Storm Worm was originally named for subject lines such as “230 dead as storm batters europe.” It created its own virtual storm with 42,000 […]
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