Accuvant Labs Shares Java Vulnerability Details from Pwn2Own
Accuvant Labs has published details concerning a Java vulnerability exploited during the Pwn2Own contest earlier this year. The flaw was patched in April by Oracle, but for the cu…
The Dangers of Downloading Software from Unofficial Sites
Microsoft researchers shared the example of a password-stealing Trojan bundled up with a game tool used for customizing the massively popular Dota2 Warcraft battle arena mod.
Five Percent of the Internet Could Be Hijacked via Embedded OS Flaws
Embedded devices – an umbrella term defining specialized appliances that run their own operating system such as GPS receivers, industrial equipment, TV sets, smart fridges and rou…
Critical Linux Exploit In The Wild
If you run servers that provide shell accounts, it’s time to take some preventive measures. At least it is if you are running kernel versions 2.6.37 to 3.8.8, or if you are runnin…
Malicious Mac OS X Backdoor Signed With Valid Developer ID Found on Activist's Computer
Independent security researcher Jacob Appelbaum discovered the "new and previously unknown backdoor" on an African activist's Mac during a workshop at The Oslo Freedom Forum. The …