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If the "Deep Web" becomes searchable, is it still deep? 60 Sec Security [VIDEO]
Watch the latest episode of our only-takes-a-minute security roundup video! This week: From old crypto bugs to the latest Windows security holes...
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US government whistleblowers left vulnerable to eavesdropping
In response to the HTTPS-Only Standard proposal, the ACLU name 29 branches of the Federal government that don't secure whistleblowers' data.
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Monday review - the hot 27 stories of the week
Get yourself up to date with everything we've written in the last seven days - it's weekly roundup time.
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Woman sues Google after in-app purchases drain her bank account
She's alleging that Google Play's inadequate security let crooks siphon thousands of dollars in charges from her account.
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Auto shop's controversial anti-gay Facebook post sparks cyber backlash
The owner's pro-gun, anti-gay Facebook post went viral, fomented a Yelp unicorn makeover, and sparked a peaceful protest and alleged threats.
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5 online privacy and security tips for travelers
Going on holiday or traveling for business any time soon? Here are 5 online privacy and security tips for when you're on the road.
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Security researcher barred from United Airlines flight after hack tweet
The fallout from Chris Roberts' airplane hack tweet continued when United Airlines stopped him boarding his flight to San Francisco and the RSA Conference.
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Notes from SophosLabs: Dyreza, the malware that discriminates against old...
In another article in our occasional series "Notes from SophosLabs", we look at the (anti-)(anti-)anti-virus arms race. In an effort to evade automated analysis, here's malware that deliberately avoids...
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Samsung biometric payment services set to go live in South Korea, then the world
The biometric revolution moved one step closer this week, as Samsung IT services subsidiary Samsung SDS confirmed plans to launch a "simple" mobile payment system using biometric authentication in the...
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Google Wallet balances just got a little bit safer
Funds stored as Google Wallet balances are now protected by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the company reportedly said.
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Moore's law: the wild extrapolation that came true
Once we decided that Moore's was a reliable prophecy, it became a simple, ambitious and self-fulfilling one for an entire industry, for 50 years.
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Police use lost phone to post selfies on woman's Facebook account
We charge this phone and Facebook account with flagrant lack of passcode and privacy protection!
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D-Link router user? Keep your ears and eyes open for the next firmware fixes!
A critical bug that leaves various D-Link routers wide open has apparently been patched... ...except that the patches need patches. Watch out!
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SSCC 195 - Let's talk security (over HTTPS, of course) [PODCAST]
This week, Chester is at the RSA Conference 2015. Get a feel for the conference vibe, hear about this year's themes, and, of course, catch up on the latest security news...
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Chinese mobile app used for hiring thugs to beat up people
Dirty work, done dirt cheap - and via mobile app! Think $32-$80, depending on severity of beating required.
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Discounts for online reviews? No, says FTC
The FTC has stopped auto-shipping company AmeriFreight from giving $50 discounts for customers who wrote reviews.
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Twitter's new anti-abuse filter hides harassing tweets from your mentions
Twitter hasĀ introduced a new feature thatĀ could block abusive and threatening tweets before they are even seen by victims.
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Costa Coffee Club warns of possible database intrusion
Coffee chain Costa's just sent out a warning about a possible data breach. Only 1 in 5000 accounts were affected, but the Coffee Club is offline for now. A bulk password reset will follow...
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'Aaron's Law' back in Congress to bring "long overdue" fix of US hacking law
The proposed overhaul of the infamous Computer Fraud and Abuse Act would focus penalties on malicious computer crime.
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Man guns down computer after getting fed up with Blue Screen of Death
A Colorado man administered what we assume to be the highly unusual remedy of lead slugs in an alley behind his homeopathy store.
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