Security

LulzSec attacks gaming sites … just for laughs

The Escapist, League of Legends, Eve Online and others were hit with attacks

Microsoft issues first patch for IE9 amidst 34 holes closed today

Today's regularly scheduled security updates fix holes in Windows, Microsoft Office, Internet Explorer, .NET, SQL, Visual Studio, Silverlight, VML and Forefront/ISA.

Microsoft patches critical IE9, Windows bugs

Fixes 34 flaws, including multiple 'drive-by' vulnerabilities, in host of products

Metasploit launches cash-for-exploits Bug Bounty program

Open source security testing framework, Metasploit, wants your exploits for its Top 30 list of holes.

Big drop in solar activity could mean much cooler Earth

Researchers predict much cooler Sun could be in forecast for next 11 years

Why CIOs Should Care About Privacy

Windows XP, Vista AutoRun update reduces malware infections by 82%

February 'backport' of Windows 7 feature worked like a charm, says Microsoft

Why CIOs Should Hire Interns for IT jobs

Cellcrypt releases voice encryption app for Android

The application allows for end-to-end encrypted calls

Securing Volly: A Pitney Bowes challenge