News tagged with vulnerability
'Culture of we' buffers genetic tendency to depression
Medicine & Health / Psychology & Psychiatry
Oct 27, 2009 |
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A genetic tendency to depression is much less likely to be realized in a culture centered on collectivistic rather than individualistic values, according to a new Northwestern University study.
Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter: Preventive Care Continues; Science on Hold
Space & Earth / Space Exploration
Sep 04, 2009 |
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During analysis of four safe-mode events this year, engineers for NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter project have identified a vulnerability to the effects of subsequent events.
Apple says it's fixed iPhone SMS vulnerability
Electronics / Consumer & Gadgets
Jul 31, 2009 |
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(AP) -- Apple Inc. says it has fixed an iPhone vulnerability that lets hackers knock people offline - and possibly take over the phones - by sending them specially crafted text messages.
Security researchers offer caution on smart grids
Jul 31, 2009 |
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(AP) -- The race to build a "smarter" electrical grid could have a dark side. Security experts are starting to show the dangers of equipping homes and businesses with new meters that enable two-way communication with utilities.
Microsoft releases security patch for Web browser
Jul 29, 2009 |
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Microsoft released a security patch on Tuesday aimed at preventing hackers from exploiting a vulnerability in its Web browser, Internet Explorer.
Massive earthquake simulation could lead to stronger, safer wooden buildings
Jul 09, 2009 |
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A destructive earthquake will strike a lone, wooden condominium in Japan next week, and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Professor Michael Symans will be on site to watch it happen.
Microsoft warns of serious computer security hole
Jul 06, 2009 |
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(AP) -- Microsoft Corp. has taken the rare step of warning about a serious computer security vulnerability it hasn't fixed yet.
PWN2OWN Hacker Contest Targets Smartphones
Mar 26, 2009 |
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(PhysOrg.com) -- TippingPoint, a security response team at 3Com Inc, had offered $10,000 for each exploit of any smartphones, which included Apple Inc.'s iPhone and RIM's BlackBerry, as well as phones running ...
Help! How to avoid fast-moving computer worm
Jan 28, 2009 |
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Since early January, a worm that has been referred to by several names, including "Downadup," "Kido" and "Conficker," has been infecting millions of computers around the world. The worm exploits a previously discovered vulnerability ...
Research on browser weaknesses triggers attacks
Jul 30, 2008 |
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IBM's X-Force says cyber-criminals are using public research on Web browser weaknesses to launch attacks before most users are even aware of their vulnerability. The mid-year report from the security group indicates that ...
