Oracle reveals plans for Java security improvements
Oracle plans to make changes to strengthen the security of Java, including fixing its certificate revocation checking feature, preventing unsigned […]
Security, Software
Security
Apple, Security
Apple's two-factor authentication doesn't protect iCloud data
Apple implemented an optional two-factor authentication for Apple IDs back in March in an effort to provide users with tighter
Security, Software
Chromium browser gets new reset options for easier recovery from malware
A future version of Google Chrome may make it a cinch to clean up messy settings cast into chaos by
Security, Software
Five steps to ultimate Firefox security
Over the years, many have touted Mozilla’s Firefox as one of the most secure Web browsers. But as with other
Security, Technology
Google plans to beef up its SSL encryption keys
Google plans to upgrade the security of its SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) certificates, an important component of secure communications. SSL
Security
Malware's invisibility is its best weapon, Trend Micro exec says
The problem with sophisticated malware is that it tries to be invisible and persistent for as long as possible, according
Security, Social Media
Microsoft finds malware that targets Facebook profiles
Microsoft has announced that it has discovered a new wave of malware attacks that are trying to go after Facebook
Microsoft, Security, Software, Windows
Microsoft's Patch Tuesday features IE8 zero-day fix
Microsoft last week said it will issue ten security updates next week, two of them rated “critical,” to patch 34
Networking, Security, Technology
Attack hitting Apache sites goes mainstream, hacks nginx, Lighttpd, too
Security researchers have uncovered an ongoing and widespread attack that causes sites running three of the Internet’s most popular Web
Microsoft, Security, Windows
Microsoft pledges patch for zero-day bug in Internet Explorer 8
Microsoft has confirmed that a “zero-day,” or unpatched, vulnerability exists in Internet Explorer 8, the company’s most popular browser. According