Security News
Security news of interest to the Rutgers community.
How to Disrupt a Botnet
People often wonder what it takes to shut down a botnet. Here are the key steps, which apply to “traditional” botnets, which don’t rely heavily on peer-to-peer protocols for their command and control (C&C) implementation.
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Safety Tips for Cyberbullying
Cyberbullying can turn cool technology tools into a nightmare for victims-and online bullying may now be considered a criminal offense.
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US gov warns banks on money mules
The government agency that insures US banks has warned its members to be on the lookout for an increase in money mules used to launder money that's been electronically stolen from deposit accounts. In a memo issued last week, the federal deposit insurance corporation told member banks the mules can often be spotted by common characteristics.
Napolitano asks public's help with cybersecurity
DHS leader says securing computer networks is a responsibility shared by everyday people.
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When You Delete Your Social Media and Smartphone Files—Are They Really Deleted?
Unfortunately, many of these sites are more likely to make your data inaccessible than actually delete it. And even if you do manage to delete your files, copies are almost certain to remain in the companies' backup systems.
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Nastygram: Beware the NACHA gotcha
Cyber thieves on Thursday began blasting out millions of e-mails impersonating NACHA - The Electronic Payments Association, a not-for-profit group that develops operating rules for organizations that handle electronic payments, from payroll direct deposits to online bill pay services.
Fake Verizon 'balance-checker' is a Trojan
Cyber-criminals have started preying on Verizon Wireless customers, sending out spam e-mail messages that say their accounts are over the limit and offering them a "balance checker" program to review their payments.
Researcher finds "frighteningly bad" Adobe Flash flaw
The flaw allows attackers to infect any website which permits visitors to upload content, including such popular sites as Google's Gmail.