Researcher warns that 'zombie browsers' skyrocketing

Computerworld Security: November 01, 2012
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Researcher warns that 'zombie browsers' skyrocketing

Some Web browsers can be tricked into using so-called malicious extensions that
can give hackers the ability to hijack the user's session, spy on webcams,
upload and download files, and in the newer mobile-device area, hack into Google
Android phones.
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IN THIS ISSUE

1. 12 cons of Christmas
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2. Security research labels over 290,000 Google Play Android apps as 'high-risk'
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3. DHS looks to kindergarten for next generation of cybersecurity pros
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4. QuickPoll: Is data mining by candidates and political groups a serious privacy concern?
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12 cons of Christmas

While the risk of being hacked, conned or having sensitive information stolen is
possible all through the year, most security experts agree that the holiday
season brings a spike in fraudulent activity, both online and off.
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Security research labels over 290,000 Google Play Android apps as 'high-risk'

One-quarter of more than 400,000 Android apps examined in the Google Play store
pose security risks to mobile-device users, according to new research.
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DHS looks to kindergarten for next generation of cybersecurity pros

But security pros say there is no lack of talent -- today's candidates just tend
to be 'socially awkward'
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QuickPoll: Is data mining by candidates and political groups a serious privacy concern?

Big data, analytics and mobile apps are enabling smaller political campaigns and
advocacy groups to be more effective when it comes to winning over voters and
raising money. Is data mining by candidates a privacy concern?
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receive as a holiday present this year? Let us know by taking our quick poll.
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guide.

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For an obfuscated password, not bad at all

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