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Mac-simum Security: Options for the Macs

Posted by: Matt Hines in: ● June 20, 2011

It’s a refrain that the Apple-loving hordes of Macanistas have been hearing from cyber-security experts for more than a decade: when the sheer number of people using the platform reaches a certain critical mass, more attacks will inevitably arrive. Recent evidence of this, including a scheme aimed at selling fake anti-virus software to Apple users, [...]

IN THE HEADLINES: Signs that Your Computer Is Infected

Posted by: Neal OFarrell in: ● August 24, 2010

While being a victim of identity theft is likely to change your perspective and habits,the worst time for you to learn about the importance of security is after you’ve become  a victim. Same goes for your computer. One of the most common threats and most popular attacks focuses on planting malicious software on your computer, [...]

IN THE HEADLINES: Could Zeus Be the Biggest Threat Ever?

Posted by: Neal OFarrell in: ● August 19, 2010

In a recent story on the growth of one of the most dangerous computer Trojans every discovered, tech magazine, Network World, opened with the line “Banks and antivirus powerless to stop attacks.” It’s been almost a year since I first started warning about the dangers of Zeus, a powerful banking Trojan that was wreaking havoc [...]


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