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Tag Archives: computer
How To Choose An ISP
National Cyber Alert System Understanding ISPs ISPs offer services like email and internet access. Compare factors like security, services, and cost so that you find an ISP that supports all of your needs. What is an ISP? An ISP, or internet service provider, is a company that provides its customers access to the internet and [...]
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Fraudulent Web Sites
We are aware of public reports indicating that attackers are using legitimate web pages to run malicious code on victims’ machines. Reports, including a posting by Sophos, indicate that these messages * Include keywords and names related to a current event (such as, the 9/11/2001 terrorist attack) * Prompt users with a fake virus scan [...]
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7 Practices for Computer Security
1. Protect your personal information. It’s valuable. 2. Know who you’re dealing with. 3. Use security software that updates automatically. 4. Keep your operating system and Web browser up-to-date, and learn about their security features. 5. Protect your passwords. 6. Back up important files. 7. Learn what to do in an e-mergency. Access to information [...]
Alert: Apple iTunes
Apple Releases iTunes 8.2 and QuickTime 7.6.2 Apple has released iTunes 8.2 and QuickTime 7.6.2 to address multiple vulnerabilities. These vulnerabilities may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial-of-service condition. US-CERT encourages users to review Apple articles HT3592 and HT3591 and apply any necessary updates to help mitigate the risks. Available [...]
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BlackBerry Security Advisory
Research In Motion has released security advisory KB18327 to address multiple vulnerabilities in the PDF distiller of the BlackBerry Attachment Service. By convincing a user to open a specially crafted PDF file on a BlackBerry smartphone, an attacker may be able to execute arbitrary code on the computer hosting the BlackBerry Attachment Service. US-CERT encourages [...]
Obama Creating A “Cyber Czar”
Washington, DC — President Barack Obama considers computer security a top priority. Immediately after taking office, the President ordered the National Security and Homeland Security Advisors to conduct an immediate Cyber Security Review. The creation of the positioin “Cyber Czar” is a direct result of the security review. —————————————— President Obama Directs the National Security [...]
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Obama Creating A "Cyber Czar"
Washington, DC — President Barack Obama considers computer security a top priority. Immediately after taking office, the President ordered the National Security and Homeland Security Advisors to conduct an immediate Cyber Security Review. The creation of the positioin “Cyber Czar” is a direct result of the security review. —————————————— President Obama Directs the National Security [...]
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HP Notebook Batteries Fire Hazard
HP Recalls Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Fire Hazard WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Lithium-Ion batteries used in Hewlett-Packard and Compaq [...]
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