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How tabloids could hack Prince Charles' mobile phone

Computer Weekly can reveal how a tabloid newspaper might have hacked into Prince Charles' mobile phone. The same system could be used to steal corporate information, according to security expert Matt Lambert.

Spam is getting more sophisticated, says MessageLabs

A new security study reveals that PDFs are becoming the weapon of choice for malevolent spam senders, as the file format frequently slips past security checks. In another twist, spam is increasingly being despatched to the non- profit sector, as charities and public bodies became more viable targets.

Irwin Mitchell chooses DeviceLock for network security

Law firm Irwin Mitchell has deployed Smartline's DeviceLock across the organisation to ensure data security and confidentiality.

IT professionals responding to increased security threats, say PatchLink

A global survey of IT professionals shows they have redoubled their efforts to immediately neutralise exposed vulnerabilities. This firefighting activity takes precedence even over such security threats as hackers, spyware and malware.

Hospital shows IT can be pervasive without being all over the place

A London hospital has found a solution to the seemingly incompatible aims of widely available patient records and watertight security.

ADSL2+ key for cheap broadband, says study

Network operators that switch to ADSL2+ networks are able to offer faster broadband speeds at lower prices, a report has found.

WLans and IP projects up demand for network skills

Demand for networking skills is set to rise, as IT spending increases to support wireless local area networks and IP-based systems, according to Forrester Research.

Screensaver hides Trojan, says Sophos

Security software firm Sophos says a screensaver now being spread via an email spam campaign actually installs two rootkits and a Trojan horse on Windows PCs.

Most antispam technologies get failing grade

An independent study finds that many enterprises are not satisfied with traditional antispam technologies.

Social networks create opportunities for criminals

Social networking sites have gifted conmen with a raft of new criminal opportunities, according to security experts.
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