Security

Wed, October 10, 2007 - The coming year will see hackers set their sights on users of Web 2.0, mobile and RFID technologies due to the vast potential for financial gain each represents, according to a cybersecurity think tank.

Thu, September 06, 2007 - Lead paint, dangerous parts force toymaker's supply chain backward.

Mon, August 27, 2007 - For all the concern expressed about companies' exposure to lawsuits in the wake of data breaches, a decision earlier this week by a federal appeals court shows yet again what a challenge it can be for consumers to actually win redress when one occurs.

Mon, August 06, 2007 - Facing a persistent deluge in malicious code, IT security managers need to test their systems and stay current on security research.

Thu, July 26, 2007 - The new airline promises a low-cost, high-tech in-flight experience that's already wowing the geek brigade. But first-day website problems have some scratching their heads.

Wed, July 11, 2007 - The six security updates Microsoft released on Tuesday patch a total of 11 bugs, five of which were rated critical, across Windows, Office and the .NET Framework.

Tue, July 10, 2007 - Several technology companies will build a system designed to make it easier for U.S. government agencies to share and protect sensitive data.

Wed, June 13, 2007 - The number of HSPD-12-compliant smart cards issued by the federal government remains minuscule.

Wed, June 13, 2007 - The president called on all federal agencies to issue secure, smart ID cards to federal workers and contractors. So far, few of the cards have been issued, according to an analysis of published data.

Wed, June 06, 2007 - Douglas Merrill, Google's vice president of engineering and chief information officer, explains what Google gets from its security investments, and why his company believes that locking down the enterprise PC is not the way to go.