Botnets, cloud computing power may be fueling attacks against VoIP
A spike in attacks against IP PBXs that started last fall shows no signs of abating, spawning speculation that those responsible have tapped intobotnets and cloud computing resources to carry out their illegal activities.
Online Credit Card Fraud: What to Watch For
Every year, online cybercriminals steal billions of dollars from unsuspecting computer users and companies by committing credit card fraud. And although this activity was once relegated to pick-pocketers and mailbox thieves, today roughly half of all credit card fraud starts with online attacks ranging from  phishing and email scams to spyware programs such as adware, keyloggers, Trojans ...
Internet scams exploit panic after quake - Feature
Washington - Internet scammers are exploiting the public's fear and panic in the wake of the Japanese earthquake and tsunami, says the United States Computer Emergency Readiness Team (US-CERT), which operates as part of the US Department of Homeland Security to provide defense against cyber attacks.
Governments press ICANN over new domain rules
A rare rift develops over suffixes for top-level domains, with national governments pushing for more authority for themselves and trademark holders.
Keep Your Data and Gadgets Safe With These Tips From McAfee
Everybody knows that there are lots of things we can do to keep our data safe. We have lots of things to consider: protecting our credit card information when we shop online, protecting our data from virus attacks, keeping our kids safe online. We all know that there are steps we should take to protect [...]
