Data breach at college exposes Social Security numbers
Central Connecticut State University may need to revamp its internet security procedures after a breach infected its computer system, potentially exposing more than 18,000 former and current employees' Social Security numbers. James Estrada, CIO of the university, said student workers are affected as well.
Preventing drive-by virus attacks
Business computer users recently experienced an increase in web-based malware attacks, according to research from Cisco. The company said there was a 103 percent increase in the first quarter of 2011 compared to 2010, with a major factor being drive-by downloads used to install viruses on unsuspecting victims. Antivirus software should be used to help prevent these malware assaults.
Cars may need antivirus software
With technology innovations connecting more devices than ever to the internet, there is an increased need for better internet security. One example is in vehicles, as InvestorPlace said with things like GPS, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, vehicles may be an area where better antivirus software is needed.
Security cameras used to spy on homeowners
Hackers have been able to find an internet security coding flaw in TRENDnet security cameras allowing them to bypass passwords and look into people's homes. The company and its users should be sure to take necessary precautions to make sure this flaw is fixed as soon as possible.
Virus attacks local restaurants, credit card system
Police in Tampa Bay, Florida, are investigating a string of identity theft incidents at local restaurants, according to The Tampa Tribune. Numerous restaurants have reported customers' credit and debit cards have been stolen after being used at local restaurants. This may be the fault of a virus, showing that even small businesses like restaurants need antivirus software.
ITunes customers victims of thefts dating back to 2010
Those with an Apple iTunes account may be interested to find out that internet security for the program may not be what it should be, according to a report from The Global Mail. The report said accounts are susceptible to hacker attacks and numerous accounts have been robbed since 2010.
Anonymous looks to attack Boston Police again
All hands may have to be on deck to protect the internet security of the Boston Police Department, as the infamous internet hacking collective known as Anonymous may look to once again attack the BPD's website.
Hackers break into Apple supplier's network
As a computer company, Apple should have top of the line internet security to defend against hackers, but that may not be true of its suppliers
Facebook news of Iran invasion is fake
Using websites like Facebook and Twitter without an antivirus program can be dangerous, and many who clicked on a link that appeared to lead to CNN's website may have realized this. The link said "U.S. attacks Iran and Saudi Arabia, the begin of World War 3," but instead leads users to a malware download.
A quarter of kids have downloaded a virus
Internet security is especially important during the younger years of a child's life, and that is evident when looking at the result of a survey from a security company. The survey said 25 percent of kids between the ages of 7 and 16 have accidentally downloaded a virus or accessed adult content online.
FBI prepares to shut down DNSChanger servers
The FBI is looking to shut down temporary servers of the DNSChanger Trojan virus, an internet security breach that is still infecting government agencies and Fortune 500 companies across the United States. About 450,000 computers are still involved in this botnet, according to the DNS Changer Working Group.
Law firm had no idea Anonymous existed until attack
In a story that is sure to have many law firms getting better internet security, Puckett & Faraj, a Virginia-based law firm, was attacked by hacking collective Anonymous, according to the ABA Journal. The law firm is looking to be back up and online in a few days after the attack last week.
Spotting a fake Facebook profile
One big internet security breach on Facebook is the number of scammers and fake profiles that appear only to try and infect other users with malware and other viruses. Barracuda Labs, a group that studies internet security, did a study on the differences between real account and fake accounts.
Emails from security firms may not be what they seem
When looking at emails, internet users should be aware of potential dangers, but the line may get a little bit blurry when it comes to receiving an email from an internet security company claiming to want to help fix a virus.