Credible, but unconfirmed, 9/11 anniversary threat detected, say DHS officials

Mark Rockwell Top Priority Sector:  federal_agencies_legislative Image Caption:  Janet Napolitano A “credible,” but unconfirmed terrorist threat exists on the anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, said DHS officials late on Sept. 8, possibly against the cities of New York and Washington D.C. In statements given to the press, DHS spokesman Matt Chandler said from intelligence gathered [...]


Massive Gmail phishing attack hits top U.S. officials – CNN Money

NEW YORK (CNNMoney) — Hundreds of personal Gmail accounts, including those of some senior U.S. government officials, were hacked as a result of a massive phishing scheme originating from China, Google said Wednesday. The account hijackings were a result …


Wisconsin officials warn of scam artists using Osama bin Laden’s death to steal identities – FOX6Now.com Milwaukee

Officials say the content can include a virus programmed to steal things stored on a computer, like Social Security numbers, credit card and bank numbers, and usernames and passwords. That information can be used to commit identity theft. Become a fan of …


US Drone Strikes Kill Five Militants In Northwest Pakistan – Security Officials – NASDAQ

MIRANSHAH, Pakistan (AFP)–A barrage of U.S. missiles killed at least five militants in Pakistan’s North Waziristan tribal district on Friday, destroying a vehicle used by Islamist fighters, security officials said. Pakistani security officials reported …


Federal Officials Continue AT&T iPad Investigation (Nick Bilton/Bits)

Nick Bilton / Bits:Federal Officials Continue AT&T iPad Investigation  —  A division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation that specializes in computer crimes has taken over an investigation into an AT&T security loophole that allowed a self-described security group to access some iPad 3G users’ personal e-mail addresses …


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Bibb Voters Will Decide Continuing Penny Tax – 41NBC.com – WMGT-DT

Bibb County School Officials are hoping residents will vote to continue a current penny tax that helps make improvements in schools. But they also say even if voters decide against it, Bibb county residents may still have to pay


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Officer Charged With Abusing U.S. Databases – KPHO

TUCSON, Ariz.