Security

Nyotron launches to ‘secure the world.’ Simple, eh?

Take one super over-achiever technologist, add a very risky (hence lucrative) product area and a dash of intrigue, and you have the makings for a good product launch.

South African bank tells its tale of battling ransom attacks

Since November 2015, this bank has fought off groups looking for money.

DARPA wants to create secure data-sharing tech

The agency seeks proposals that would secure shared data on handheld devices in remote areas

Trump’s push for cyber defense is sorely needed, experts say

Trump vows to recruit top technology minds for a "hacking defense" report within 90 days after he takes office

Security tops app services priority list

Organizations are increasingly deploying application services to keep their applications humming, and for the first time, they are prioritizing security services over availability services.

DHS should have a cybersecurity unit, says panel chairman

Homeland Security could offer more help on state elections but needs 'focus and resources,' says Rep. Michael McCaul

‘Found a nasty bug in my (Cisco) ASA this morning’

Professionally designed ransomware Spora might be the next big thing

The new ransomware program features strong offline decryption and a new payment scheme

Trump: It was probably Russia that hacked the DNC, Clinton campaign

The incoming president comes as close as he ever has to agreement with U.S. intelligence

Best Buy responds to Geek Squad snooping case

Company denies relationship with the FBI or sanctioning of payment to Geek Squad techs