6/13/2012
Microsoft IE, Remote Desktop Patches Most Critical in June Security Release (SCI-TECH TODAY.COM)
"Given the serious nature of the first RDP bug, it's not surprising that there was a lot of extra testing going on," said security researcher Andrew Storms. "Since Tuesday's patch release is conspicuously missing an acknowledgment for the bug finder, it seems safe to assume it was found by Microsoft staff." Microsoft released seven security bulletings in total.
6/13/2012
In first, Apple issues Java update in sync with Oracle (CSO)
For the first time, Apple has updated Java for Mac OS X on the same day Oracle patched vulnerabilities in the application framework that has become a favorite target of hackers.
On Tuesday, Oracle released Java 6 Update 33 and Java 7 Update 5, which collectively fixed 14 vulnerabilities. Apple followed suit with Java update 1.6.0_33, which fixed 11 of the 14 flaws.
6/8/2012
Social Networks not Doing Enough to Protect Users (International Business Times)
LinkedIn, eHarmony and Last.fm have all seen users' passwords stolen in the last 72 hours with the same hacker supspected of stealing them all. But, whatever about the person who stole them, questions are now being asked whether online services like social networks are doing enough to protect your identity and your personal information.
6/1/2012
Taking a bite of the iOS security Apple: A glimpse inside (Infosecurity Magazine)
In an unprecedented move at openness, Apple has issued a document on iOS security that provides details on the system architecture, encryption and data protection, network security features, and device access for iOS devices.
6/1/2012
Can Apple iOS Devices Gain Confidence of IT Security Pros? (Network World)
There's great enthusiasm for using iPhones and iPads in the workplace, but experts say Apple's limited transparency about security issues can make enterprise adoption problematic.
6/1/2012
Data Protection Officer Role Will Be Key If You Operate in the E.U. (CIO)
Organizations that operate in the European Union (E.U.) may soon be searching for candidates for a new role mandated by law: the Data Protection Officer (DPO). As currently described by the proposed legislation, the DPO role would require a seasoned professional with credentials in the security trenches, reporting directly to the board of directors. With the potential for a land grab of qualified candidates, organizations may want to begin defining their needs now.
5/29/2012
Free Tools for Improving Online Security (Entrepreneur)
Many small-business owners fall below what some people call the “security poverty line." Bootstrapping entrepreneurs can be especially vulnerable to hackers because they don’t have the money or personnel to buy, install and maintain the fancy security products large companies take for granted.
5/29/2012
Security and Technology: The Growing Risk of Compromised Data (inBusiness)
There’s no disputing a company’s data is as valued as its best worker. But that “best worker” employee could be the source of data being compromised. Hunter Bennett, vice president of managed hosting of Scottsdale-based OneNeck IT Services, offers this rundown of risks that are too close to home for any business.
5/29/2012
Security and Technology: The Growing Risk of Compromised Data (inBusiness)
Pat Clawson, chairman and CEO of Scottsdale-based Lumension Security, says organizations should wage the battle to protect on three fronts: intellectual property that cyber criminals could swipe and sell, valuable customer data and employees’ personal information.
5/9/2012
Three critical patches released by Microsoft last night (SC Magazine)
Microsoft released seven bulletins last night to cover three critical and four important flaws.