IBM yesterday introduced what it’s calling a “next generation” intrusion-prevention system (IPS), an offering that not only is designed to …
Proof-of-concept malware infects BIOS, network cards
Security researcher Jonathan Brossard created a proof-of-concept hardware backdoor called Rakshasa that replaces a computer’s BIOS (Basic Input Output System) …
Researcher releases smart meter hacking tool
Security consulting firm SecureState today released a new open source hacking tool that it claims will let security researchers and …
3 steps to dodge the DDoS bullet
It is an all-too-common headline: Prominent website brought down by attackers. The backstory to this growing threat to business is a distributed denial-of-service (DDoS).
Industry coding consortium issue guidelines for safer applications
An industry consortium dedicated to assuring the security of software has issued guidelines to lower the risk that vulnerabilities that …
Mozilla ships Firefox 14, patches 18 bugs, encrypts search
Just days after a former employee blasted Mozilla for its frequent updates, the company on Tuesday shipped Firefox 14, patching …
Strong signals
Enterprise femtocells are destined to play a larger role as mobile operators look for new ways to improve the smart …
Yahoo fixes password-pilfering bug
Yahoo on Friday said it has fixed the flaw that allowed hackers to steal more than 450,000 passwords from one …
Comguard and WatchGuard Technologies launch virtualisation with security
Comguard, a Dubai based value added distributor for IT security products has announced the launch of WatchGuard Technologies’ entire line …
Targeted attacks against aerospace industry use Sykipot malware
New email-based attacks, some of which target the aerospace industry, are distributing new variants of the Sykipot information stealing malware, …
The rise of machines
Major upgrades to networks across the Middle East last year laid a foundation of faster and more reliable connectivity with …
High grades
As competition between educational institutions heats up, schools are increasingly investing in new technology as a way to differentiate their …
Flame's Windows Update hack required world-class cryptanalysis, researchers say
The Flame cyber-espionage malware makes use of a previously unknown cryptographic attack variant that required world-class cryptanalysis to develop, experts …
Cambium Networks optimistic following split from Motorola
The future is bright for Cambium Networks following its split from parent company Motorola Solutions, according to Graham Owen, EMEA …
Middle East engulfed by 'Flame'
A new, highly sophisticated malware threat that was predominantly used in cyberespionage attacks against targets in the Middle East has …
Reddit founder to launch internet freedom solution
Internet freedom advocates are finding creative ways to get their message out to the masses. The latest unique effort comes …
Windows Vista infection rates climb, says Microsoft
A skew toward more exploits on Windows Vista can be attributed to the demise of support for the operating system’s …
Desktop-as-a-Service
Desktop-as-a-Service is an interesting way for IT execs to provide cloud-based Windows desktop sessions, as well as shared resources such as storage.
Focus on research
EBTIC is working to create a self-sustained ICT community in the UAE by encouraging a focus on research and innovation. …
Data in the cloud
Cloud and big data are two big trends influencing the current business landscape. However, they have yet to have been …