Hacking
In this section we cover hacking, threats, and related security issues. Also see enterprise security and viruses.
A Look at the OWASP Top 10 Project: Protecting Your Web Apps
Numerous techniques can allow hackers access to your web apps, but what are the biggest risks? According to the Open Web Application...
Email Spam: What Goes Around Comes Around?
Spam may be little more than annoying email. Then again, it might just steal your identity or drain your bank account.
The Cyber War Against Terrorism
The battlefield no longer has to be a physical space - war is now taking place in cyberspace. White hat and grey hat hackers combat...
Could Your Smartphone Be Hacked?
Phone hacking is a widespread problem that is expected to grow with the increasing prevalence of smartphones. Fortunately, there are many...
Hurricane Sandy: Why I Spent It at Barnes and Noble
As recently as five years ago, hurricanes would have kept us in our homes. But times have changed. Find out why writer John McMullen sought...
Stopping Social Engineering: Who's Looking Over Your Shoulder?
Social engineering might be low tech, but it works. That means that protecting against it isn't so much about technology as it is about...
5 Reasons You Should Be Thankful For Hackers
Hackers have a bad reputation, but these tech renegades actually do serve a purpose.
The 7 Basic Principles of IT Security
IT professionals use best practices to keep corporate, government and other organizations' systems safe.
Top 4 Most Devastating Twitter Feed Hacks
As Twitter becomes an increasingly important source of information, hackers are turning it into a playground. Check out some of the biggest...
Advanced Persistent Threats: First Salvo in the Coming Cyberwar?
These threats come from attackers with substantial means, backing and motivation to inflict major damage.
How Cyberattacks Affect Share Holders and Board Members
Cyberattacks such as data breaches involve more than just the internal IT department. The aftermaths can involve customers, partners and...
Whaling: Phishers Look to Land a Big Catch
Spear phishers are baiting their hooks for 'big phish' with access to highly valuable corporate information, a strategy known as whaling.
The Growing Cybersecurity War on the Health Care Industry
Whether it is cyber criminals utilizing ransomware or hackers performing data breaches for extortion, the healthcare industry is now the...
Border Gateway Protocol: The Biggest Network Vulnerability Of All?
When BGP was developed, network security wasn't an issue. That's why the problem with BGP is also its greatest advantage: its simplicity.
Why Android Anti-Malware Apps Are a Good Idea
Malware doesn't just affect computers anymore - it's becoming an ever-increasing threat to Android devices as well. Learn about Android...
How Should Businesses Respond to a Ransomware Attack?
Ransomware can cripple a business, but what can you do about it? Security experts weigh in on options.
Common Methods Hackers Are Using To Crack Your Cellular Phone
Cell phone hacking has become a real concern with the widespread use of smartphones. Learn about how hackers get into your phone and what...
Is This a Potential Cure for Malicious Android Apps?
Android marketplaces are not vetting applications sufficiently. A North Carolina State University research team has a solution that will...
INFOGRAPHIC: Is FBI's Magic Lantern the Ultimate Keylogger?
This Trojan Horse keystroke logger is believed to be a special FBI surveillance program that can be installed remotely via an email...
