McAfee reports big spike in malware – Computerworld
McAfee reports big spike in malwareComputerworldScammers capitalize on that trust when they forge the digital signature of a trusted provider in order to boost the chances of having their malware successfully installed on the user's computer. Security researchers began to warn that forged security …and more » “computer security” – Google News
China calls Australia ban on Huawei “unjust” – Computerworld
China calls Australia ban on Huawei "unjust"ComputerworldCisco's chief executive John Chambers is reported to have said at a Wall Street Journal event that the Chinese company doesn't always "play by the rules" in areas such as intellectual property protection and computer security.and more » “computer security” – Google News
Internet security better but foul exploits grow, IBM says – Computerworld Australia
IBM said it found surprising improvements in Internet security such as a reduction in application security vulnerabilities, exploit code and spam, but it also noted that those improvements come with a price: Attackers have been forced to rethink their tactics. “internet security” – Bing News
5 free Android security apps: Keep your smartphone safe – Computerworld
5 free Android security apps: Keep your smartphone safeComputerworldWorried that your smartphone may be vulnerable to malware or thieves? We look at five apps that can help. By Eric Geier Computerworld – There's been much controversy over mobile OS security, especially where Android is concerned.and more » “android security” – Google News
Symantec launches massive ‘Android malware’ scare campaign — extreme caution … – Computerworld (blog)
TechWeekEurope UK Symantec launches massive 'Android malware' scare campaign — extreme caution …Computerworld (blog)Even Lookout, an Android security software vendor that usually throws the term "Android malware" around every chance it gets, is countering Symantec's claims. In a blog posted on its website, Lookout echoed the above-mentioned points, noting that the …'Androidophobia' Hits the Web [...]
Insecure Android a myth, Motorola exec says – Computerworld
Insecure Android a myth, Motorola exec saysComputerworldMotorola gained the security technology with its acquisition of 3LM, a maker of Android security and device management tools last year. Other makers of Android-based devices, such as HTC and Sony, have struck agreements with Motorola to license the 3LM …and more » “android security” – Google News
Sprint disables Carrier IQ software on its handsets – Computerworld
Bloomberg Sprint disables Carrier IQ software on its handsetsComputerworldBy Jaikumar Vijayan Computerworld – Sprint, the biggest user of Carrier IQ's software, said Friday it has disabled use of the tool in response to customer concerns. The wireless carrier is no longer collecting data using the tool and is evaluating its …Sprint: Carrier IQ has been [...]
Sprint says 26M handsets have Carrier IQ; AT&T claims 900K – Computerworld
Bloomberg Sprint says 26M handsets have Carrier IQ; AT&T claims 900KComputerworldBy Jaikumar Vijayan Computerworld – Documents filed in response to a US lawmaker's request show that Sprint is by far the biggest user of Carrier IQ's software, with more than 26 million handsets featuring the controversial mobile tracking tool. …Carriers, manufacturers fess up to Carrier [...]
Carrier IQ humbled, grilled by Feds – Computerworld (blog)
The Guardian Carrier IQ humbled, grilled by FedsComputerworld (blog)Carrier IQ has been interviewed by the FCC and FTC in the ongoing row over smartphone privacy (or lack of it). The company says it wishes it could turn back time and handle things differently. In IT Blogwatch, bloggers scoff and mock. …Carrier IQ faces US probeThe [...]
European regulators start investigating Carrier IQ – Computerworld
Forbes European regulators start investigating Carrier IQComputerworldBy Mikael Ricknäs IDG News Service – Organizations and regulators across Europe, including Germany, have started looking into the use of Carrier IQ's tracking software, to ensure that mobile phone vendors and operators are not violating users' privacy. …Carrier IQ, the UK Mobile Networks, and the Data Protection ActForbes [...]
