Trend Micro Unveils IBM Security Suite
ScanMail Suite for 64-bit Lotus Domino platforms uses a cloud-based database to detect threats, including those generated by URL-shortening services recently linked to the spread of malware.
Malware Volume Doubled In 2010
A new threat appears more than once each second, as attackers increasingly turn their attention to social networks, reported Sophos.
The Relative Risk Of Malware
Trend Micro reports there are 3.5 new malware released every second, up from 1 new malware every 1.5 seconds a year ago. But what's your actual risk?
'Ransomware' Threats Growing
The malware typically encrypts data or disables master boot records, then extorts money to undo damage and restore access.
Cyber Warfare Risks Overblown
Calls for military oversight of cybersecurity distract from protecting against legitimate threats, said the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development.
Defying Skeptics, Wikipedia Thrives
Rather than being overwhelmed by vandalism, Wikipedia has managed to remain one of the more vital, if not always 100% accurate, sources of information online.
Botnets Resurge After Holiday Break
After going dark for about a week, the Waledac and Rustock botnets suddenly resurfaced and began unleashing large quantities of pharmaceutical spam.
Java Attacks Spiking
Researchers see increase in malicious Trojans favoring built-in Java functionality over application-related vulnerabilities.
Cell Phones Vulnerable To 'SMS Of Death'
A single text can shut down and knock low-end handsets -- from Nokia, LG, Samsung, Motorola, Sony Ericsson, and Micromax -- off of a cell phone network, say researchers.
7 Ways To Save Microsoft In 2011
If Redmond can't adapt to the most competitive landscape in decades, it will fall further behind Apple and Google in key growth markets like phones and tablets.
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