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European Commission calls for real fight against spam

The European Commission has said member states must do more to fight the spread of spam.

Oracle gets closer vulnerability focus

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  • Date: 30 November 2006
A comparison of the vulnerabilities between Microsoft’s SQL Server database and Oracle’s relational database management products has suggested there are more vulnerability issues with Oracle’s products than Microsoft’s.

Multiple flaws in Adobe Reader, Acrobat

Multiple flaws in Adobe Reader and Acrobat could allow attackers to execute malicious commands on victims' computers.

Linux software suite for smartphones unveiled

Trolltech has unveiled a Linux-based software suite to make it easier and faster for mobile phone manufacturers to roll out Linux-driven smartphones.

Apple fixes over 20 security vulnerabilities in OS

Apple Computer has issued a patch to fix over 20 security vulnerabilities in its Mac OS X operating system, including a major Wi-Fi threat.

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.

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.

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.
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