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eBiz News: Security Trends for 2008
Security experts at AVG , developer of the AVG family of security software products, just released their analysis of 2007's top viruses, Internet hacks and exploits — and reveal their forecast for the top security threats facing computer users in 2008. E-tailers should beware, as search engines, social networking sites and paid search campaigns are tagged as vulnerable areas for threats.Friday, February 15, 2008
Weekly Search Buzz Roundup - February 15, 2008: Yahoo to Merge with AOL?, Valentine's Day, and Yahoo Layoffs
Barry is back from Israel, but maybe he is going to forget to do the silly video that is supposed to accompany this roundup post. I mean, it's been a long week. He became an uncle (again) this past week, and he's still jetlagged, I believe. So why make it harder for us? Just read the post. I already summarize the week's happenings for you. :) [Video is coming shortly, we published too ...Friday, February 15, 2008
Data encryption requirement sought
The Indiana General Assembly is considering legislation to require companies to encrypt their customers' personal data to deter identity theft.Saturday, February 16, 2008
E-mail scam targets UCCU members
Many Utah County residents have recently been the recipient of suspicious e-mails that are supposedly from a local credit union.Sunday, February 17, 2008
Tag: scam
As a fresh round of phishing spam targets Australian tax payers, the ATO's CIO has warned fake Web sites designed to steal Australian credit card and personal details are "a fact of life".Monday, February 18, 2008
New texting scam targets bank customers
COLUMBIA — Bank customers should be on the lookout for a new identity theft scheme called “text-phishing.” Some Columbia e-mail users may already be familiar with “phishing,” the fraudulent gathering ...Wednesday, February 20, 2008
New texting scam targets bank customers
COLUMBIA — Bank customers should be on the lookout for a new identity theft scheme called “text-phishing.” Some Columbia e-mail users may already be familiar with “phishing,” the fraudulent gathering of bank information by deceiving customers into entering personal information into a false Web site.Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Look out for 'phishing' scams!
Once again South Africa's banking customers have been urged to be careful with their banking details.Thursday, February 21, 2008
Cons gone phishing for tax season
As accountants sharpen pencils and file W-2s in preparation for the tax season, everyone, including students, should be on the lookout for "phishing" scams intended to steal tax and other personal information in their email inboxes, experts say.Thursday, February 21, 2008
Tag: pc tools
Russia has passed China to become the largest generator of spyware and other malicious code, according to a report. Those entering online dating forums risk having more than their hearts stolen, especially if they're chatting to a malicious Russian bot.Thursday, February 21, 2008
Victims of HMRC data scandal being targeted online
McAfee finds evidence of phishing attackFriday, February 22, 2008
