Security

Software for Secure Computing: Mozilla Plug-in Check

Plugins and add-ons, extensions, oh,my! If you use Firefox, chances are you have plenty of these things installed. I counted 15 on my installation. Of course, the plug-in check only checks plug-ins, but it serves to alert you to the possibility that other add-ons need attention. To check your...

Craigslist Targeted Phishing Emails

Should Internet Services That Can Be Used As Terrorist Tools Be Shut Down?

I first addressed this question three years ago in my seldom-updated Geek Gripes blog in response to Deb Shinder's editorial piece in Issue #285 of WXP News. With...

Panda Cloud Antivirus Extended

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If Encryption Is The Magic Bullet, Why Doesn’t Everyone Use It?

Hacking Skills Challenge – Level 11

FTC Investigates Photocopier Data Security Risks

My April 26, 2010 post, "Security Risk of Digital Copiers," I reported on the issue of permanent storage of images on copier hard drives and the potentially serious security risks associated....

Is Your Mechanic a Hacker?

Do you trust your mechanic? If you have...

Software for Secure Computing: Mozilla Plugin Check

As you know, I advocate keeping everything up to date on your PC, not just the OS. Applications, accessories and browser plugins are all subject to security vulnerabilities. Mozilla's Plugin Check makes it easy to see if your...

Uninstall Adobe Shockwave