Fake Fingerprints, IOS DoS Flaws, and IceFog APT Are you Ready for the latest InfoSec news? This week, I'm traveling in the windy city of Chicago, speaking at ISC²'s Security Congress Conference. As a result, I did not have time to create a full length video; but fear not. My short video quickly summarizes the five big security stories, and I'll share a few more written … [Read more...]
Hidden Lynx – WSWiR Episode 78
NASDAQ Vulnerabilities, NASA Defacement, and Hidden Lynx It's that time again; when I summarize the biggest information security (Infosec) news into a short video. If you'd like to get a quick take of what's going on in the computer security industry, this is the show for you. This week's episode includes a quick note on the latest software updates, a story about NASDAQ's … [Read more...]
iTunes 10.7 Update: Heavy On Security Fixes, Short On Details
Yesterday, Apple released an updated version of their popular media player and mobile syncing software, iTunes 10.7. The update adds new features (like support for upcoming iOS 6) and fixes security vulnerabilities. I must admit, I pretty much ignored Apple's email about this update at first. After all, iTunes is a media player. Not really your typical business critical … [Read more...]
WatchGuard Security Week in Review: Episode 9
Lots of Software Updates, a Few Breaches, and One Anonymous Story Missed this week's security news? No problem. WatchGuard's Security Week in Review video will fill you in. This week I talk about all the Microsoft Patch Day updates, a few significant network attacks, and a booby-trapped Anonymous Linux distribution. Watch below to learn more. By the way, in the video I talk … [Read more...]
WatchGuard Security Week in Review: Episode 8
Anonymous Arrests, Security Updates, and Pwn2Own Another busy security week, another quick video summary. WatchGuard's Security Week in Review is now up for your viewing pleasure. In this episode, I talk about LulzSec informants, Anonymous arrests, various software security updates, and a popular web browser hacking competition. It turned out to be quite a drama filled week for … [Read more...]