One of Osama bin Laden's most trusted lieutenants, Khalid Shaikh Mohammed — now in US custody for masterminding the Sept. 11, 2001 attack on the United States — visited the Philippines in 1995 along …
IETF Creates Antispam Research Group
As spam problems worsen for businesses and consumers, the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) is going on the offensive by creating a panel called the Anti-Spam Research Group (ASRG) to look for …
Hunt for Worms Shifts to LAN Traffic
Most organizations today deploy what's known as "passive intrusion-detection systems" that monitor and report suspicious activity but do not block it. Some makers of intrusion-prevention systems …
Info sharing hobbled by tech and culture
Agencies merging into the Homeland Security Department as well as others sharing information in the government's antiterrorism efforts are working to overcome cultural and technological barriers, but …
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E-commerce flaws leave data on view
Those who mistrust online shopping have a point, claim web security experts. Basic flaws in e-commerce systems are putting customer details and sensitive company information at risk, according to new …
To Trap a Superworm
The Slammer worm's ability to spread so rapidly adds a frightfully new dimension to the species. Does Stuart Staniford have the cure? Fear the superworms. They're coming, and you can't escape. All you …
Premier 100: Microsoft security czar critiques company's efforts
Listeners praised Microsoft Corp.'s recent efforts to improve product security and patch management after hearing them described in detail by Scott Charney, the company's chief security strategist. …
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To Trap a Superworm
The Slammer worm's ability to spread so rapidly adds a frightfully new dimension to the species. Does Stuart Staniford have the cure? Fear the superworms. They're coming, and you can't escape. All you …
Microsoft details new rights management technology
Microsoft Corp. said today that it is developing add-on security technology for its forthcoming Windows Server 2003 operating system software that will allow organizations to implement …
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US Terror Alerts Raise Anxiety, Shake Confidence
Buy duct tape and seal off a panic room. But don't panic. Stockpile food and water. But just as a precaution. Be on the lookout for suspicious people. But don't assume all Muslims are terrorists. …
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