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  • Hackers claim iPhone 2.0 jailbreak

    It hasn't even been released yet, but iPhone hackers claim to have already figured out a way to jailbreak Apple's iPhone 2.0 software.

  • iPhone hack wars continue

    Two weeks after the update that disabled iPhones that had been unlocked or had third-party applications installed, hackers have struck back with a new method for unlocking the popular device.

  • Nortel PABX hacked again

    Hackers took over the Nortel-based PABX system of software vendor Legrand Software this week, ringing up to AU$1,800 of calls to Algeria in one night.

  • Gmail cookie vulnerability exposes user's privacy

    Petko Petkov of ethical hacking group GNUCitizen, has developed a proof-of-concept program to steal contacts and incoming e-mails from Google Gmail users.

  • Mac hacked through QuickTime flaw

    The security hole used to breach a MacBook in a hack-a-Mac competition last week lies in Apple's QuickTime media player, the flaw finder said on Tuesday.

Features and Case Studies (41)

  • Six quick wireless security tips

    Implementing a wireless networking system can result in serious security problems if the system is not properly secured. To help you close security holes, here are a few wireless networking solutions.

  • Prevent unauthorised data transfers

    USB storage technology could become the next floppy drive. But does the small size and blazing speed pose a security risk? One member thinks so.

  • Is a digital doomsday around the corner?

    With hackers developing new methods of targeting us as quickly as we come up with defences, just how fragile is our wired economy?

  • How to hack Windows dialog boxes

    Get more control over your 32-bit Windows applications with Resource Hacker -- it is just what you've been looking for. Find out how to use this handy freeware utility to modify dialog boxes.

  • Security hits home with Australian businesses

    Hackers, viruses, denial of service attacks-Australian businesses are facing a myriad of IT security threats. But is it all talk, or are companies tackling these issues head on?

Reviews (16)

  • Nokia officially N-raged by N-Gage hack

    Handset giant concedes the game-card code on its mobile phone/game deck has been "bypassed."

  • Intruder alert

    Your data is important to you, but do you know if others are trying to get at it? ZDNet Australia investigates.

  • Trend Micro Internet Security Pro 2010

    Trend Micro Internet Security Pro's broad feature set combined with its look and feel make it a serious contender, but questionable efficacy and middling performance mean it's a program we're not recommending for this year.

  • Xbox hacking not for amateurs

    The first add-ons that purportedly allow the console to play illegally copied game software have gone on sale, but analysts say they're unlikely to inspire a wave of copy infringement.

  • Outlook 2002

    The latest version of Outlook is a mixed bag. On the plus side, it simplifies creating e-mail accounts, and the E-mail Accounts wizard tests those accounts to verify that the settings are correct. The new InfoBar on the preview pane displays additional information about messages, such as warnings of invalid certificates.

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