Tech Thoughts Daily Security Alerts – March 20, 2009

A new feature on Tech Thoughts, starting today, will be a daily/frequent compilation of news items, reporting on the most significant new computer security threats that can affect Internet users.

Hackers exploit Natasha Richardson’s death – WebUser Daily

Hackers have created virus-infected web pages to exploit the death of actress Natasha Richardson, security experts have warned.

NetBooks A Source Of Data Leaks If Not Properly Supported – eWeek

It’s a couple of weeks old, but the message is no less clear.

Insiders Pose New Threats In Down Economy – Dark Reading

Instances of theft and malicious attack are rising with employee discontent. What can your organization do to stop them?

The Seven Deadliest Social Networking Hacks – Dark Reading

Think you know who your real online friends are? You could be just a few hops away from a cybercriminal in today’s social networks.

Computer Experts Unite To Hunt Worm – N.Y. Times

“Conficker Cabal” seeks answers to the mysteries of the Conficker/Downadup botnet.

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4 responses to “Tech Thoughts Daily Security Alerts – March 20, 2009

  1. Allow me to be the first say, “very ‘kewl’!

  2. whatsonmypc

    Bill,

    Good Deal… Now I’ll have to visit here more than my 10 times a day!… : )

    Rick

    • Bill Mullins

      Hey Rick,

      Good stuff! Now we’re going to have to aim at getting you here 15 times a
      day. LOL

      Bill