National Security Division of Department of Justice is creating a new position called the National Security Cybersecurity Specialist
While Java applications can now be prevented from running in browsers, one analyst said the process for applying the settings makes it 'useless'
Bogus copies of Microsoft's operating system oftentimes end up as zombies within botnets and spread spam and malware beyond borders
Strikes this week failed to disrupt banks' online operations -- but gave enterprises a better idea of how to tighten defenses
The operation exemplifies how deep technical knowledge is not needed to run a lucrative botnet
The hacktivist group Team Ghostshell cites ProjectWhiteFox in release of information on 1.6 million accounts, including from DHS and FBI
Experts are divided, with some saying online means it has to be international in scope, while others say keeping policy classified is critical
The mock attack, called Project Mayhem, accesses system's database to divert funds without detection
Some experts believe civil litigation can become an effective deterrent to sloppy security at financial institutions
