After suspecting a zero day exploit was being used to attack the latest version of Flash Player (9.0.124.0), Symantec says the call was a mistake - it was an older version, 9.0.115.0 and prior.
An IBM X-Force security researcher has promised to exploit massive holes in Windows Vista's defences at the upcoming Black Hat security conference in Las Vegas.
Legitimate Web sites hosting Adobe Flash Player content may be compromised to embed JavaScript that redirects users to a Chinese malware server, says Symantec
Ubuntu Linux was the only system left unscathed in a multi-platform hacking competition last week, but does that mean it is more secure?
Flash memory storage devices and media cards could be a serious security risk, experts said last week.
Is Apple keeping the iPod Touch and iPhone platform closed to third party developers to protect its impressive record on security?
There's an argument against the usage of USB sticks which has been discussed many times in this column: they're a potentially massive security risk. But there's another case you could make against having your business life stored in 4GB or so of flash memory it's a total support nightmare.
After striking out a couple of times, an IT professional finally found help in sidestepping the BIOS password prompt. Read about his dilemma, and learn how he gained access to his locked computer.
CEO Bruce Chizen talks up the impending merger with Macromedia and what comes next for Flash.
It's time to add a new piece of software to the list of programs you update regularly. Macromedia Flash is a common browser plug-in that contains a number of recently discovered vulnerabilities--including one that poses a serious risk.
Cisco security maven John Stewart says never mind the OS -- attackers are after the apps, from IM to Office.
Being inundated with spam e-mail is annoying enough, but it can be downright problematic when its affecting productivity and diverting staff attention. We look at one SMB's successful battle with spam and a few security solutions that might come in handy.
If data security is paramount, the DataTraveler BlackBox is the USB flash drive of choice, despite its relatively high cost.
This pocket-sized 8-in-1 media reader is a must for those juggling different flash card formats.
SanDisk is refreshing its line of removable flash memory cards with higher capacity CompactFlash cards and smaller versions of the Secure Digital card format.
Looking to purchase your very first USB flashdrive? If you don't mind the steep price, Sony's slick Micro Vault Elite will please with its features and top performance.
Companies supporting Secure Digital, a specific format for removable flash memory cards, are working to develop a smaller version of the format for mobile phones, according to sources.
Visa CIO touts new transaction technologies
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