I was only kidding about the terrorists folks...
But this analyst can't resist. "With the open source community, there are a large percentage of tinkers and 'ankle biters' who are trying their hand at hacking. Some are even communicating with each other. So it only takes one or two of these groups…
Profile of a Virus Writer
The New York Times has published a great article on virus writers. Nice detailed analysis that is worth the read. "This is how easy it has become. Mario stubs out his cigarette and sits down at the desk in his bedroom. He pops into his laptop the…
The Shoe Bomber Can't Fill His Own Shoes
Doc first brought this statement by the Judge in the Richard Reid case to my attention: "There is all too much war talk here. And I say that to everyone with the utmost respect. Here in this court, where we deal with individuals as individuals, and…
Cyberwarning System
While communication with Internet users about security is a great idea, it still does nothing to hold corporations and other organizations accountable for security negligence. I am not a big fan of the HS Threat Alert level, so I am not very likely…
FBI Comments on Macs
From athis Security Focus Article. "Dave had some surprises up his sleeve as well. You'll remember that I said he was using a ThinkPad (running Windows!). I asked him about that, and he told us that many of the computer security folks back at FBI HQ…
Hussein Captured
See the Terrorism Research Center site for more details. My personal opinions are in the Premium Content forums.
Codefellas - Tech Support for the Mob
Interesting story from Wired. Doesn't provide a lot of juicy details but addresses a reality that has been present for a decade...even organized crime needs tech support. "On a traffic-clogged street in midtown Manhattan - sandwiched among the…
Important Information Regarding your Citibank Account
This is a great article regarding a series of online fraud initiatives targeting customers of financial institutions. Despite the fact the public is becoming better educated regarding these scams, the methods themselves are getting more…
Get a Mac!
Computer security experts issued a joint report on Wednesday saying that the ubiquitous reach of Microsoft Corp.'s software on desktops worldwide has made computer networks a national security risk susceptible to "massive, cascading failures." Full…
How pathetic...
Bruce Schneier stoops to a new low in Cryptogram: "And finally, I have a favor to ask. I'd like to see if I can subvert the Amazon bestseller system and get to #1. My previous big book, "Secrets and Lies," made it to #4. (Harry Potter was #1, #2,…