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Software released for attacking Android phones
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38493708/ns/technology_and_science-wireless/
Two security experts said on Friday they released a tool for attacking smart phones that use Google's Android operating system to persuade manufacturers to fix a bug that lets hackers read a victim's e-mail and text messages.
Sat, 31 Jul 10
Internet 'key holders' are insurance against cyber attack
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38486293/ns/technology_and_science-science/
In a move that seems inspired by "The Lord of the Rings," seven "keys" have been handed out to a trusted circle of people who might get called upon to "save" the Internet in the aftermath of a cyber attack.
Sat, 31 Jul 10
Attacking the edges of secure Internet traffic
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38486175/ns/technology_and_science-security/
Researchers have uncovered new ways that criminals can spy on Internet users even if they're using secure connections to banks, online retailers or other sensitive Web sites.
Fri, 30 Jul 10
Another ugly reminder to check your Facebook settings — NOW!
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38474945/ns/technology_and_science-tech_and_gadgets/
If we take any lesson from this latest Facebook privacy brouhaha, it's one we should have already learned: Facebook isn't for people who don't wish to be known. Because here's the deal: Facebook has not now, nor will it ever, protect your information for you.
Fri, 30 Jul 10
100 million Facebook users' details published online
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38463013/ns/technology_and_science-security/
The personal details of 100 million Facebook users have been collected and published online in a downloadable file, meaning they will no longer be able to make the information private.
Thu, 29 Jul 10
Bunker-busting ATM attacks show security holes
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38456705/ns/technology_and_science-security/
A hacker has discovered a way to force ATMs to disgorge their cash by hijacking the computers inside them.
Wed, 28 Jul 10
FBI says mastermind of botnet nabbed
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38439213/ns/technology_and_science-security/
The FBI says international law enforcement authorities have arrested the computer hacker responsible for creating the malicious computer code that infected about 12 million computers and invaded major corporations worldwide.
Wed, 28 Jul 10
Hackers craft creative check fraud scam
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38436754/ns/technology_and_science-security/
Hackers believed to be operating out of Russia have figured out a high-tech way to carry out the decidedly low-tech crime of check fraud, a computer security company says — writing at least $9 million in fakes against more than 1,200 legitimate accounts.
Wed, 28 Jul 10
Google eyes more US gov't deals for online apps
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38432232/ns/technology_and_science-tech_and_gadgets/
Google Inc. is gearing up to sell its e-mail and other Web-hosted applications to a wider range of government agencies after winning a prized security clearance.
Tue, 27 Jul 10
WikiLeaks founder sees himself as 'information activist'
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38413617/ns/technology_and_science-security/
The man behind WikiLeaks, the website that published more than 91,000 secret U.S. military documents on the Afghanistan war, doesn't much care whether government agencies are enraged by his actions
Tue, 27 Jul 10
Google apps get US government security approval
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38416304/ns/technology_and_science-security/
E-mail and other Web-based office programs from Google have won the U.S. government's seal of approval.
Tue, 27 Jul 10
FCC, public safety at odds over broadband plan
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38412095/ns/technology_and_science-security/
Two years ago, the Federal Communications Commission stumbled as it tried to create a nationwide wireless broadband network for police officers, firefighters and emergency medical workers, delaying the construction of what everyone agrees is an urgently needed system.
Sat, 24 Jul 10
Non-existent 'analyst' befriends security experts
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38386894/ns/technology_and_science-security/
A researcher created an entirely fictional analyst, listed "her" on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and other social networks, and gathered over 300 friends from the U.S. military, the intelligence community and security companies.
Sat, 24 Jul 10
Wal-Mart wants to get into your pants
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38376726/ns/business-retail/
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is putting electronic identification tags on men's clothing like jeans starting Aug. 1 as the world's largest retailer tries to gain more control of its inventory.
Thu, 22 Jul 10
Connecticut asks Google for info in privacy flap
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38348926/ns/technology_and_science-security/
Connecticut's attorney general, who is leading a 37-state probe of Google's collection of data from private Wi-Fi networks, asked the Internet search leader on Wednesday if it had tested the software before using it.
Fri, 16 Jul 10
Facebook fan page for dead killer disappears
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38261731/ns/technology_and_science-security/
Facebook Fan page for dead killer removed after drawing criticism from British prime minister.
Thu, 15 Jul 10
'12th man' in spy probe worked for Microsoft
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38242665/ns/us_news-security/
The “12th man” taken into custody by U.S. officials in the Russian spy probe worked for Microsoft Corp., a spokesman for the company confirmed Wednesday.
Tue, 13 Jul 10
UK Facebook users get link to child safety program
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38208845/ns/technology_and_science-security/
A British child protection agency launched a Facebook application on Monday that it said will help teenagers report abuse and grooming online.
Sat, 10 Jul 10
Google Street View to hit the pavement again
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38170062/ns/technology_and_science-security/
Google's privacy controversy over Wi-Fi snooping hasn't been settled, but that's not stopping the company from resuming Street View image collection in four countries starting next week.
Fri, 9 Jul 10
U.S. Cyber Command embeds string of secret code in its logo
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38151329/ns/technology_and_science-security/
The Pentagon's new U.S. Cyber Command has embedded a 32-character string of secret code in its logo, causing a stir among bloggers and curious techies eager to decipher the veiled message.
Wed, 7 Jul 10
Alleged Army whistleblower felt angry and alone
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38114013/ns/technology_and_science-security/
Bradley Manning was no conventional soldier. The 22-year-old intelligence analyst charged with multiple counts of mishandling and leaking classified data and putting national security at risk styled himself a "hactivist."
Wed, 7 Jul 10
Charges filed against soldier in Wikileaks case
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38107420/ns/technology_and_science-security/
Criminal charges have been filed against a 22-year old Army private accussed of leaking classified video of an Apache helicopter attack in Baghdad that killed a number of civilians to the Wikileaks website.
Wed, 7 Jul 10
Reports: App Store, iTunes accounts hacked
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38108231/ns/technology_and_science-security/
A rogue Vietnamese developer reportedly hacked into iTunes accounts and gamed the Books category in the Apple App Store to artificially inflate the ratings and sales for his book apps, according to website reports.
Sat, 3 Jul 10
Spy suspects allegedly used regular consumer tech
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38056721/ns/technology_and_science-security/
Before James Bond heads out on a mission, he has to stop in Q's laboratory for custom-made gadgets like an exploding watch. Life wasn't so dashing for the suspected Russian spies arrested this week: They allegedly relied heavily on off-the-shelf consumer electronics.
Fri, 2 Jul 10
Card thieves steal $10 million, $10 at a time
http://redtape.msnbc.com/2010/07/theres-a-new-reason-to-check-your-credit-card-bills-carefully-every-month-the-federal-trade-commission-this-week-asked-a-us.html
The Federal Trade Commission this week asked a U.S. court to stop an elaborate credit and debit card scam that has already hit more than 1 million victims with tiny charges -- some as small as 20 cents each.
Fri, 2 Jul 10
Facebook just made opting-in uncomfortable
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38047058/ns/technology_and_science-tech_and_gadgets/
There's a new privacy-disclosure requirement for apps on Facebook, and some users find it has a similar effect as calorie counts printed on a menu: Too much info kills your appetite.
Thu, 1 Jul 10
Facebook apps must disclose profile info used
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38024041/ns/technology_and_science-security/
Facebook is rolling out a new feature that requires outside applications and websites to tell users exactly what parts of their profile they need to access in order to work.
Thu, 1 Jul 10
U.S. officials seize illegal movie-download sites
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38024301/ns/technology_and_science-security/
U.S. officials on Wednesday announced a major crackdown on movie piracy that involved seizing several websites that were offering downloads of pirated movies just hours after they appeared in theaters.