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Mozilla Cribs From Microsoft for Firefox Flaws
Mozilla takes a page from its chief rival in a security update to the popular Firefox open source browser, including a response header designed to mitigate clickjacking attacks that Microsoft issued in an early version of Internet Explorer 8.
Online Privacy: FTC Mulls New Ad Tracking Rules
At the Gov 2.0 Summit, one official says consumers still aren't aware of how much they're being tracked online. That concern could have serious implications for both Internet users and the marketers who want to reach them.
Mozilla to Tighten Security With Firefox 4
With the forthcoming version of the popular open source browser, Mozilla is planning to include support for a security standard that can navigate to the encrypted SSL version of a website.
Apple Spruces Up Ping Social Net
New social network on iTunes attracts more than 1 million users and more than its fair share of spam.
Researcher Unearths Microsoft Zero-Day Flaw
A security researcher who also happens to be a Google employee is warning of a new zero-day exploit affecting Internet Explorer 8 that could automatically send out unintended tweets.
Cybersecurity Czar: Privacy Won't Be a Casualty
NSA Director Gen. Keith Alexander reaffirmed his view that protecting U.S. government, military and civilian data networks doesn't mean sacrificing citizens' right to privacy.
Virtualization: Is It Safe?
That was the chief question on the minds of attendees at this year's VMworld. Not surprisingly, VMware and its partners had much to say on the subject.
Microsoft Issues 'Fix It' for DLL Flaw
Following the revelation of a flaw that put hundreds of Windows applications at risk, Microsoft issues an automated "Fix It" tool to address the vulnerability.
