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Computerworld Security Aug 18, 2016 Respect: Windows 10's security impresses hackers Windows is a popular attack target for criminals and researchers alike, but Microsoft has done a good job of making it harder to target security flaws in the OS Read More ▶ Your Must-Read Stories • Cisco and Fortinet issue patches against NSA malware • Cerber ransomware earns $2.3M with 0.3% response rate • 1.4 billion Android devices vulnerable to hijacking thanks to Linux TCP bug • Maker of web monitoring software can be sued, court says • HEI Hotels reports point-of-sale terminals breach White Paper: Black Duck Software Application Security in 2016: A Comprehensive Overview Using open source code is not necessarily a problem, but not knowing what open source you're using can be extremely dangerous, particularly when so much open source contains security flaws. 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Read More ▶ Maker of web monitoring software can be sued, court says The maker of so-called spyware program WebWatcher can be sued for violating state and federal wiretap laws, a U.S. appeals court has ruled. Read More ▶ HEI Hotels reports point-of-sale terminals breach HEI Hotels & Resorts has reported a possible compromise of payment card information at its point-of-sale terminals, the latest in a string of attacks on such systems at hotels, hospitals and retailers. Read More ▶ Video/Webcast: Black Duck Software Automating Open Source Security In Apps And Containers Security Vilnerabilities? How do you know and where to check? Read More ▶ Computerworld's Annual IT Forecast Survey Computerworld is conducting a survey to determine the top priorities for IT shops in 2017. We need your help! Please tell us about your upcoming technology plans, budget expectations and management issues. 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