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Phishers launch attack on adult website

Phishers have struck again. They are now targeting users of an adult webcam-based website where users communicate via video. They have even gone so far as to ask for ATM PINs.
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New AOL software similar to malware

AOL's new software is creating ripples in the security industry. Apparently much of their subscriber software displays the same characteristics as malware and is causing much concern to their users and the StopBadware.or group.
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New browser causes controversy

A new application that claims to ensure safe web-surfing by deleting history and cookies can be described as being adware. Not only does Browzar not do what it claims to, it also pushes users towards advertising by manipulating search results.
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Dangerous flaws found in wiki software

Wiki software, which allows users to add, edit, and change content on collaboration-based websites, has been found to have a number of exploits that can be used to turn PCs into networks of zombie computers.
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Even small brands not safe from phishers

Phishers are no longer attacking only big brands. A recent report showed that they are now going for smaller brands and using sophisticated technology such as fraudulent DNS servers and Trojans that download without any user interaction.
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Surfing more dangerous than email

It is a common misconception that email distributes more viruses than anything else. A recent study has shown that the main source of network infections actually comes from unmonitored web surfing.
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