Security Watch


Is a National ID Card Coming?

Like it or not, Big Brother will soon know exactly who you are.

'Advisories' Are Not Enough

Microsoft's security alerts will be lost on most ordinary users.

Still in Search of Spam Solutions

The perfect solution remains elusive as faulty spam policies and rules block legitimate e-mail at even large service providers.

Are We Winning the Battle Against E-Crime?

Firewalls and other security measures have mitigated threats, but the onslaught continues, says a recent survey.

Dr. Watson Gets an Extreme Makeover

Changes to Microsoft's error reporting tool are more than just cosmetic, but are they for the better?

Social Engineering Still Alive and Kicking

A simple call to Network Solutions provides enough to hack a site.

Who's in Your Wallet?

Thanks to legislative pressure, security breaches are public knowledge, but media coverage has turned transparency into hype and hassle.

Exchange 2000, 2003 in Danger

A buffer flow can turn into a flood of spam or worms in the latest vulnerability discovered.

Using the Law to Silence Whistleblowers

Disclosure of security vulnerabilities in software may now invite legal action.

New Phishing Lures

The latest tactic used by phishers makes it hard to even know if you're being scammed.

How Secure is Mac OS X?

The Apple OS is relatively safe ... for now.

1 Million Compromised Computers?

A recent study on botnets shows that it might be time to call in Will Smith.

The Genesis of Multi-Role Windows NT Servers

The evolution of Windows NT threatens its survival.

Old Attack Exposes Microsoft Shortcomings

One if by Land, two if by code, I on the opposite shore will be ... taking a nap.

The No-Spin Zone

The spin needs to stop here when companies lose millions of people's confidential information.

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