BreachUSIS attack went undetected for monthsTeri RobinsonNovember 7, 2014The Associated Press reported that a hack, similar to past intrusions by Chinese hackers, went unnoticed by USIS for months.
Compliance ManagementGov’t AIDS websites left user data unencryptedTeri RobinsonNovember 7, 2014The government has begun encrypting user data on two websites providing AIDS-related information.
Compliance ManagementEU restricts spyware exportsAshley CarmanNovember 6, 2014New European restrictions will require spyware manufacturers to get the EU's permission before exporting their product.
Compliance ManagementRequests for Facebook user data increased in first half of 2014Ashley CarmanNovember 5, 2014The social media company reported that governments made 34,946 requests for user data, which represented a 24 percent increase since the last half of 2013.
Compliance ManagementFacebook creates onion address for Tor usersAshley CarmanNovember 3, 2014The social media site launched its Tor-friendly version to accommodate users who might want to keep their identities anonymous.
Security ArchitectureA balancing act: Apple technologyLee SustarNovember 3, 2014Apple's iPhone 6 and iOS 8 offer encryption for mobile users, but a focus on consumers can create security conundrums, reports Lee Sustar.
Security ArchitectureNetwork care: Case studyGreg MastersNovember 3, 2014When a care provider supplied laptops to its roving employees, it added a security solution to enable efficient collaboration. Greg Masters reports.
BreachUpping the ante: PCI Security StandardJim RomeoNovember 3, 2014The latest iteration of the PCI Security Standard calls for moving beyond simply meeting compliance mandates, reports Jim Romeo.
