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Hackers Using Digital Rights Management To Plant Massive Amounts Of Spyware Jan. 11, 2005
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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.

FTC Moves To Stop Illegal X-Rated Spamming
Federal judge grants restraining order shutting down six porn purveyors.


SPAM-FIGHTING RESOURCES SPAM-FIGHTING RESOURCES


Government

Spamlaws.com
A summary of legislation and laws from around the world.

The FTCs Dirty Dozen
Twelve scams most likely to arrive via bulk E-mail.

Forward spam directly to the Federal Trade Commission, which is one of the agencies charged with trying to tame the beast.

Civilian Warriors

For about a decade, Listserv mailing list SPAM-L has dedicated itself disseminating tips and tools to fight ever-evolving spam.

The Coalition Against Unsolicited Commercial E-mail is an international, ad hoc, volunteer organization created to advocate for a legislative solution.

The "Internet Privacy for Dummies" is a step-by-step guide for protecting yourself from phishing spammers.

OPINIONS
 OPINIONS

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.

The Privacy Lawyer: Insist On Not Getting Fooled Again
Earn millions from Bill Gates! All you need to do is forward this E-mail to 20 trusted friends!
SPAM IN THE NEWS
 SPAM IN THE NEWS

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.

Online Group Charged With Selling Illegal Software On Warez Scene
The 17-page indictment charges five people of trading pirated copies of Symantec Anti-Virus programs, Windows Server Enterprise Edition, and others.

E-Mail In Peril
Ever-more-sophisticated e-mail attacks threaten to swamp this vital business tool. Can anyone throw us a lifeline?

Our Take: Any Spam is too Much
Spammers are refining their tactics. IT must do the same.

'Spam King' Robert Alan Soloway Pleads Guilty
Soloway could receive up to 20 years in prison and over half a million dollars in fines for mail, e-mail, and tax violations.

Trend Report: Unified Threat Management
UTM appliances are gaining ground on standalone systems thanks to cost, green considerations.

Forum Sounds The Trumpets For Defense In Depth
Jericho Forum stresses limitations of border security.

Startup Of The Week: Mi5 Networks Cleans Up The Web
Appliances block Web-based malware from entering corporate networks and stop employees from surfing unwanted sites.

Malware's New Mantra: Think Globally, Steal Locally
A McAfee report says malware creation over the past few years has transformed from a mass market endeavor into a regional one.

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.

Google, Microsoft, Yahoo, GoDaddy Subpoenaed
Grisoft seeks info on companies that promoted counterfeit AVG antivirus products through sponsored text ads.
THE LISTENING POST THE LISTENING POST

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