Cybercrime in review, hacking report extracts from Symantec and researchers expose router security weakness.
Keeping control over mobile devices, government help with cyber security and hacking for dummies.
Symantec's research lab on the Duqu virus, the UK Government's warning of cyber threats to SMEs, and Microsoft taking the wraps off Windows 8.
We cover IT consumerism, data and hardware, and Google Wallet security.
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CST & Product News
2011 in review: year of the Cyber Criminal - February 6, 2012
For the Chinese, it was Year of the Rabbit. For the rest of us, it was just plain old 2011. But, for all of us, it was the year of the cyber criminal, when hackers struck with unprecedented ferocity.
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January news roundup from CST - February 6, 2012
Covering current and emerging issues from the world of IT, technical tips, security events, best practice advice and ideas that can reduce budget spend and maximise return on investment.
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Researchers expose router security weakness - February 6, 2012
Wi-Fi users take note. Researchers claim they have recently highlighted a weakness in router password systems which has allow them to breach network security in just 2 hours.
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Download the Symantec W32.Duqu report - December 13, 2011
Just when you thought new viruses were a thing of the past - Duqu presents new code. Download the Symantec security response paper.
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Industry & Security Advice
Hacking for dummies - January 11, 2012
Hacking has long been a threat to business owners although many may have marvelled at the skills of the culprits. But now Russian criminals are selling user-friendly hacking software for non-techies.
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Keep control over mobile devices in the office - January 11, 2012
With employees bringing mobile devices to the office with the intention of using them for work purposes, you need to regain control now. Follow these steps to ensure security is not breach.
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Government helps SMEs with cyber security - January 11, 2012
With SMEs being warned that they must give due attention to the threat of cyber attacks, the government is giving assistance to businesses with concerns through the GCHQ.
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December CST Security Newsround - January 10, 2012
This month we cover keeping control over mobile devices, government help with cyber security and hacking for dummies.
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Government spook warns of SMEs cyber threats - December 13, 2011
The head of British intelligence has been voicing his concerns that UK businesses along with government departments are facing increasing dangers from cyber criminals.
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Microsoft takes wraps off Windows 8 - December 13, 2011
Microsoft takes wraps off Windows 8
After months of speculation, Microsoft has revealed its vision for the latest Windows release. It seems that customers will be treated to an altogether more user-friendly experience in Windows 8.
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IT consumerism - curse or blessing in disguise? - November 2, 2011
With mass ownership of smartphones, netbooks and tablets these days, it’s hardly surprising that staff bring devices into the office expecting to use them. So what does this mean for your business?
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Google Wallet to pocket the cash? - November 2, 2011
Conveniently leaving your wallet at home might no longer be sufficient excuse not to pay the dinner bill. Thanks to a new Google app, you may soon need to leave your phone behind too.
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Importance of data over hardware - November 1, 2011
IT professionals have been advised by experts that they should focus more on protecting data such as personal information than the more conventional assets, such as PCs and laptops.
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Internet security: don’t believe everything - September 29, 2011
Virus writers spend hours editing code in order to exploit the weakness in your system. Others find it easier simply to tell lies and let you do the damage yourself.
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Keep your data private on public WiFi - September 29, 2011
WiFi on the move is handy, but convenience may quickly become a nightmare should privacy be compromised. Ensure that you stay safe...
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Are we too lazy to be trusted with passwords? - September 1, 2011
We may know what makes a safer password, but how many of us actually adopt these methods in practice? Perhaps the answer to better security lies in one-time passwords.
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UK workers say they would breach security - September 1, 2011
According to recent research, almost half of Brits say they would have no qualms in breaching security regulations at work to get a glimpse at confidential personnel records.
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Microsoft and Adobe join forces on security - September 1, 2011
Companies who fail to keep software updated leave themselves open to security risks, say Microsoft and Adobe. Now these two vendors are acting to improve matters for Adobe Reader users.
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US reacts to Lockheed Martin attack - June 15, 2011
US officials are aware of just how pernicious digital threats can be after the attack on Lockheed Martin, and have announced that any they experience will be deemed as "acts of war."
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No news is good news in the case of malware - May 30, 2011
We all want to stay up to date with the latest news and gossip. But what price are we willing to pay to fulfill our curiosity and what if our interest places our computer security in jeopardy?
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What is email encryption and why do you need it? - May 30, 2011
With estimates of over one billion email users worldwide, electronic messaging is everywhere but it is often far from secret. So should you be considering an email encryption solution?
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iPhone smarting from Google's Android phone hit - May 5, 2011
iPhone stormed onto the market in 2007 to great acclaim. Four years on and the device faces fierce competition from rivals. We look at Android, the contender intent on upsetting the Apple cart.
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UK comes top in recent European security study - April 6, 2011
Recent surveys show the UK is leading the way against its European counterparts in protecting itself against cyber threats, with businesses planning to spend more to protect themselves.
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A simple guide to remembering complex passwords - April 6, 2011
Strong web passwords are vital if you wish to avoid the clutches of cyber criminals. The good news is that a hard password to crack need not be a hard password to remember.
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