Security

Unpatched Java vulnerability exploited to infect Macs with Flashback malware

The Flashback.K variant is distributed via exploits for a known Java vulnerability that Apple has yet to patch

4 critical trends in IT business continuity

Global Payments says fewer than 1.5M cards affected in data theft

Visa and MasterCard have alerted banks about the breach, according to reports.

EFF files brief supporting release of Megaupload data

Kyle Goodwin is one of many innocent third parties who are now locked out of their data, the EFF contends

Do Insecure Open Source Components Threaten Your Apps?

New “bootkit” Android malware infects more than 50 apps, 1600 devices

Beware DKFBootKit

NASA wants game-changing space toilet, waste systems

NASA, Nike US government offer challenge to build advanced waste systems

INTERPOL: Lack of international laws, resources hurts cybercrime fight

INTERPOL chief sees Anonymous bust as model for future cybercrime fight teamwork

Massive payments data breach originating with Central American gang through NYC garage?

Gartner hears from reliable sources; WSJ identifies Global Payments as third-party target of breach

Trend Micro unearths more links between China and hacker group

The company was able to link an email address used by the group to a hacker in the Chinese underground