Security

Google patches several serious Chrome bugs

Critical vulnerability disclosed Monday was actually fixed earlier this month

Check Forgery: It Can Happen to You

Accused Kelihos botnet maker worked for two security firms

Spent three years at Russian antivirus firm, another three at company with security-related products

Banking under a bad sign

Identity verification question raises questions

U.S. government online security website hacked

The hackers threatened further retaliation if controversial legislation is passed in the U.S.

Authorities prepare to close down DNSChanger servers, recommend DNS repair tool

DNSChanger victims should fix their DNS settings until March 8, when the temporary DNS servers will be closed down

Microsoft names alleged Kelihos botnet creator

Microsoft says the man lives in St. Petersburg and used for work for a computer security software company

Supreme Court GPS ruling called a win for privacy

But decision leaves questions unaddressed over other types of location tracking

Biggest solar shot since 1995 is Earth-bound

Not quite X class, this solar flare is one worth watching NASA says

Google ups ante for Chrome hack at revamped Pwn2Own

Revised hacking contest to offer $60K top prize, debut on-site exploit writing