Stop Your Tablet From Being A Weak Point In Your Security Measures
There are a lot of different ways to do computing these days. Some people still use the same old desktop computer because they are used to it or they need the power that it provides. Other people will use a laptop for their computing needs. And there are the people who look purely for mobility […]
The Majority Of Companies That Allow Home Working Are Ignoring The Information Security Risks
Having employees who work from home is becoming increasingly common but a new report from storage company Iron Mountain suggests that very few firms address the associated information security challenges. The company’s research reveals that close to two thirds of Europe’s workforce (I’m surprised its that high a figure) now spend some or all of […]
Could Dropbox Be Opening Your Docs?
A blog post on WNC InfoSec yesterday queried whether online storage service Dropbox was opening documents shortly after they were uploaded on their service. And the answer is yes. Sort of. With all the media attention on the topic of surveillance these days reading such a posting could make Dropbox users feel very nervous indeed […]
Encryption Crackers Launch Cyber Treasure Hunt In Search For New Staff
If you are a security professional looking for a new challenge then your next stop may be the UK Government Communications Headquaters (GCHQ) who have, again, launched an innovative recruitment conundrum. The new challenge known as, “Can You Find It?“, is designed to discover the next generation of talented mathematicians, hackers and code breakers. Featuring […]
Password Amnesia And The Cost To Business
“Security, security, security.” Its so important that I just had to say it three times. Likewise, “password, password, password.” Security professionals and business owners alike have had it drummed into them over the last few years that password security is of the utmost importance – if you allow users of your website to login with […]
Carry On Scanning – Gmail In Court Over Targeted Ads Claims
If you are a business owner then you will undoubtedly need to send and receive countless emails every day. And there is every chance that some or all of those messages will contain data that you wish to keep private. If you have read the news today then you will know that traditional means of […]
Skip The Password Beat With A New 3FA Hearbeat Wristband
A security firm from Canada has unveiled a device which they say could replace our need for computer passwords, PIN numbers, screen locks and keys. The Nymi bracelet, made by Bionym, can be worn on the wrist and monitors the wearer’s cardiac rhythm which is as unique to them as their fingerprints are. Via a […]
No CyberWar As US Marine Corps Site Hacked With Propaganda Message From The SEA
We live in increasingly turbulent times (or, perhaps, just an era where such things are more widely reported thanks to the internet) with many a conflict beginning, or threatening to start, in the Middle East and other volatile parts of the world. Some days it seems like you cannot watch the news without seeing some […]
Your Smartphone Needs Securing Just The Same As Your Computer
For a long time now we have been living with a computer in almost every home. It is just one of those things that everyone has, much like a television or microwave. But slowly we are moving away from computers and we are heading towards a new dynamic. We are now living in a world […]
Why You Need To Create Seperate CMS Accounts For People Who Have Access To Your Server
These days it is likely that most of the work that you do will involve access with the web in some way. Even if your job does not seem to have anything to do with the web there is still a good chance that you are going to have to deal with it in some […]