Security

Winzip releases security release

Those of you running Winzip should visit the Winzip site and download a security patch they have released. They have discovered a security flaw and it is imperative those of you using Winzip to obtain the patch. [Winzip] [ZDNet]

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Todd Cochrane
Commerce, Crime, Dave's Muse, Information, Operating Systems, Security, Software, Technical

Lost Hard Drive Contains 23,000 Social Security Numbers

Students, faculty, and staff at seven campuses of the California State University (CSU) system are at risk for identity theft after a hardware technician improperly disposed of a computer hard drive with unencrypted database tables that included Social Security numbers and other personal details. The CSU is required, under California law, to notify all affected parties.

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Todd Cochrane
Security

Spoofing XP SP2 Security Center

PC Magazine has dug up some evidence that the Security Center that is installed with XP Service Pack Two has a huge hole in it. If the hole is exploited it could give users a false sense of security or…

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Todd Cochrane
Security

Is your webcam watching you when you didnt turn it on

Seems hackers are turning on peoples webcams and watching their every move in a new exploit. I guess that will make you think twice before you step in front of your computer in only your BVD’s. [The Register]

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Todd Cochrane