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Symantec fixes NetBackup Puredisk flaw

An unauthorised user could launch malicious code by exploiting a flaw in Symantec's Veritas NetBackup PureDisk product. But a fix is available.

Apple fixes 22 Mac OS X flaws

The patches include a fix for a Wi-Fi flaw reported earlier this month as part of the Month of Kernel Bugs. A number of other flaws remain unfixed, however.

Adware targets Mac OS X

As F-Secure notes what may be the first example of adware designed for Macs, researcher LMH reports more flaws in the operating system as part of the Month of Kernel Bugs.

Study: Some firms balk at mobile security

Companies are failing to safeguard sensitive data on employee mobile devices, according to a survey by the Business Performance Management Forum.

Google search bug could be exploited by phishers

A bug in the Google Search Appliance used by many businesses to search their corporate information could be exploited in a phishing attack, security experts have warned.

Scottish NHS can’t put figure to IT spending

The NHS in Scotland does not know exactly how much it spends on IT and lacks an overarching strategy for IT development, a public spending watchdog has warned.

Consumer worries holding back e-commerce, say analysts

Consumers’ fears over lack of security on the internet are set to wipe $2bn (£1bn) off e-commerce sales in the US, analysts have warned.

Forgetful staff leave businesses exposed

Corporate security is being put at risk by staff leaving their mobile phones, USB sticks, and laptop computers in London taxis.

Apple Macs vulnerable to adware, warns F-Secure

Apple Mac computers could be vulnerable to adware installed by hackers using a new technique, security experts have warned

Do you trust the government to protect personal data?

The Big Question is an initiative between Computer Weekly and recruitment consultancy PSD. Each week we put the Big Question to top IT professionals to get their take on a current talking point.
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