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Open-source bugs undermine digital signatures

Two flaws in open-source cryptography app could allow an attacker to add content to a digitally signed message or forge signatures.
Digital wills concept tested in Australia

People have been known to hide their wills in some pretty unusual locations, but concealing one in digital form inside a watch may take some beating.
Software security--a matter of trust

You can make a good argument that any practical computer security arrangement involves some level of trust between software providers and software users.
PGP defect reveals encrypted messages

Messages encrypted with the Pretty Good Privacy algorithm could fall prey to a technique that fools senders into decoding their own secret messages, according to researchers.
Exorcise your Office XP demons

Office may be the best-selling office suite on the planet, but that doesn't mean it's the best-performing suite.

Open-source bugs undermine digital signatures

Two flaws in open-source cryptography app could allow an attacker to add content to a digitally signed message or forge signatures.
Software security--a matter of trust

You can make a good argument that any practical computer security arrangement involves some level of trust between software providers and software users.
Exorcise your Office XP demons

Office may be the best-selling office suite on the planet, but that doesn't mean it's the best-performing suite.

I'm a celebrity, don't back me up
Celebrity comes with its perks — free alcohol, better-looking partners, lots of holiday time — and disadvantages — constant media intrusions, being forced to appear in films with Eddie Murphy for the long-term good of your career, and having to do mindless radio interviews with angry men who've been awake since 4am.
Lies, damned lies and telco stupidity
Earlier this month, Telstra put out a press release trumpeting that it's come up with a new phone coaching service to help people who are "bamboozled" by their mobiles. Another excellent example of wrongheaded thinking from the mobile industry.
Dear carriers: More walking, less talking
Sometimes, a well-placed and well-timed letter can make all the difference. Other times, it can make no difference at all — and even hurt your case. This week's missive by the Competitive Carriers' Coalition, I would suggest, falls into the latter category.
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