Apple iPhone security, privacy claims exaggerated, researcher says
Apple's sandboxing technology restricts iPhone applications using deny/allow rules at the kernel level, but these and other security permissions are too loose, according to one presenter at the Black Hat Conference.
At Black Hat, a search for the best response to China
Google's revelation last month that attacks out of China resulted in the theft of some of its data drew attention to the broader question at the Black Hat conference here over what can be done to the villains.
Black Hat: Researcher claims hack of processor used to secure Xbox 360, other products
A researcher with expertise in hacking hardware Tuesday detailed at the Black Hat DC conference how it's possible to subvert the security of a processor used to protect computers, smartcards and even Microsoft's Xbox 360 gaming system.
Black Hat: Zero-day hack of Oracle 11g database revealed
A well-known security researcher yesterday showed how to subvert security in the Oracle 11g database by exploiting zero-day vulnerabilities that would let a savvy user gain full and complete control.
Juniper nixes ATM security talk
Router maker Juniper Networks has barred one of the company's security researchers from discussing security flaws in Automated Teller Machines after an ATM maker threatened legal action.
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Where Google Chrome security fails: the password
I heard mention that the Chrome OS will have some sort of encryption available a la bitlocker. If it's possible to encrypt personal data using another password or key, then it may have potential for very secure data.... And Ubuntu has an 'encrypt home directory' option, perhaps google should follow suit.
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