Google recently published a report based on its research into identifying malicious websites. The company routinely flags malicious websites as part of its attempts to warn search engine users of potential dangers, but this report suggests that hackers are using new methods to avoid flagging. Many methods exist to discover malware, and the report dissects […]
In light of a recent multitude of security failures, service provider security is a hot topic. While many companies purport to have excellent security features, many of these features are hidden behind “opt-in” dialogues and fees. HTTPS encryption is an oft-used method of protecting network data, but many websites do not encrypt data. Encryption is […]
Spear phishing is targeted phishing. A user receives the standard email containing a link to a fake web site purporting to be legitimate. The website has input boxes to entice users into voluntarily giving up personal/corporate information and the added bonus of only sending the emails to users of the legitimate web site. PhishMe, a […]