Security

Amazon Web Services integrates with Google, Facebook for easier logins

Developers can integrate web-based sign-in platforms without having to write any server-side code

Hackers exploit Ruby on Rails vulnerability to compromise servers, create botnet

The targeted vulnerability was patched in January, but many servers haven't been updated yet

Spear phishing paves road for Advanced Persistent Threats

Specialized spam can be more than it seems -- it sets up a beachhead for malware mischief

Anonymous member pleads guilty to Stratfor hack

Jeremy Hammond of Chicago said in a statement 'I believe what I did was right'

Liberty Reserve bust hits cybercriminals where it hurts

Harvard dean who okayed secret faculty email search steps down

Evelynn Hammonds admitted she authorized search, but said it was limited

US weapons system designs were reportedly viewed by Chinese hackers

The US Department of Defense is not yet prepared to defend against sophisticated cyberattacks, an advisory group said

PayPal denies teenager reward for finding website bug

Robert Kugler of Germany, who is 17, said the program only rewards those at least 18 years old

Commission wants to turn tables on IP thieves by crippling PCs with extortion-style lock-outs

'What the hell are these guys thinking?' asks critic after panel suggests using 'ransomware' tactics

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