Hackers are turning digital rights management features of Microsoft's Windows Media Player against users by fooling them into downloading massive amounts of spyware, adware, and viruses.
CAN-SPAM Can't Slam
A year after it went into effect, the federal CAN-SPAM Act is a "miserable" failure, a messaging security firm that monitors compliance with the anti-spam legislation says.
U.S. Spews More Spam Than Any Other Country
The United States was the 800-pound spam-spewing gorilla throughout 2004, a spot it held from wire to wire throughout the year, an anti-virus firm says.
Tips and opinions from InformationWeek columnists (who are just as spam-weary as anyone)
Business Technology: A Trip To The Woodshed For Serving Tainted Spam
Three letter-writers take Bob Evans to the woodshed for publishing anti-spam solutions from readers without vigorously vetting the efficacy of those suggestions. Also, they offer a range of rich anti-spam resources and perspectives.
Anti-Spam Resources
Additional anti-spam resources from Bob Evans and his readers.
IT Confidential: The FCC, VoIP, And Spyware
Microsoft chairman Bill Gates wasn't the only high-profile executive explaining his organization's strategy at last week's International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
Stay current in the attack-counterattack world of spam and other E-mail developments
Adware And Mobile Phone Malware On The Rise
Even though most malware targets the Symbian platform, Apple's SDK is expected to result in more sophisticated iPhone attacks and infections, researchers said.
5 Great, Lesser-Known Security Suites
While big-name security suites such as Norton and McAfee dominate the market, there are others out there that may be just as good -- or better. We look at five alternative security suites.
CES Risk: Free USB Flash Drives
Security researchers warn that flash media given away at trade shows -- or even bought off the shelf -- may contain malware.
