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Patch your Windows PC NOW

Rick's Blog Posted on 2014/11/12 by Rick Leslie2014/11/12

Microsoft have issued a security warning that affects ALL versions of Windows Desktop and Server versions. From looking at the information that they have released many experts are saying that this problem is ‘As bad as it gets‘ Microsoft say: “The vulnerability could … Continue reading →

Posted in Internet Security

Heartbleed Security Bug & Android Devices

Rick's Blog Posted on 2014/04/11 by Rick Leslie2014/04/11

If you have an Android phone or tablet then you may be vulnerable to the Heartbleed Bug. You can check the devices security by downloading the Heardbleed Dectector from Lookout Mobile Security from the Google App Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lookout.heartbleeddetector If your device … Continue reading →

Posted in Internet, Internet Security

The Scrap Value of a Hacked PC, Revisited — Krebs on Security

Rick's Blog Posted on 2013/02/21 by Rick Leslie2013/02/21

An interesting article that explains why the bad guys on the Internet want to get access to your computer and how they can make money from it. The Scrap Value of a Hacked PC, Revisited — Krebs on Security.

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Posted in Internet, Internet Security

The Most Common Passwords

Rick's Blog Posted on 2012/08/17 by Rick Leslie2012/08/17

These are the most common passwords used on the internet at the moment. Make sure yours is not among them. password 123456 12345678 qwerty abc123 monkey 1234567 letmein trustno1 dragon baseball 111111 iloveyou master sunshine ashley bailey passw0rd shadow 123123 … Continue reading →

Posted in Internet, Internet Security

Yahoo Confirms That 400-000 Passwords Have Been Stolen

Rick's Blog Posted on 2012/07/13 by Rick Leslie2012/07/13

Yahoo has confirmed reports that about 400,000 users passwords have been stolen in a ‘security breach’. If you use Yahoo you should change your password immediately. See http://www.v3.co.uk/v3-uk/news/2191339/yahoo-confirms-400-000-passwords-stolen for more information.

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Posted in Internet, Internet Security

Write to your MP – Defamation Bill 2012

Rick's Blog Posted on 2012/06/26 by Rick Leslie2012/06/26

Write to your MP The Government published the Defamation Bill 2012 in May. This is now going through Parliament. The Bill addresses some important issues, such as reducing libel tourism and providing protection for academic publication, but the Bill falls … Continue reading →

Posted in Internet, Politics

SpiderOak – Online backup, sync and sharing

Rick's Blog Posted on 2012/04/19 by Rick Leslie2012/06/16

Hi all. After reviewing several services that offer online backup, syncing and sharing I have decided to go with SpiderOak. The pricing is reasonable, the first 2Gb is free, and they offer complete security. The security is provided by encrypting … Continue reading →

Posted in Internet, Internet Security

BBC News – Email and web use ‘to be monitored’ under new laws

Rick's Blog Posted on 2012/04/01 by Rick Leslie2012/06/16

George Orwell was right about a device in the corner of rooms that spies on people in their home. He just didn’t have the name of the device or the date quite right… 🙁 BBC News – Email and web … Continue reading →

Posted in Internet, Internet Security, Politics

Take Action: ISPs Selling Out Customers, Pushing Backdoor SOPA

Rick's Blog Posted on 2012/03/21 by Rick Leslie2012/06/16

Friends- They’re selling us out. Just weeks after Internet users from across the globe came together to to beat SOPA, the major ISPs are cutting a deal with Big Content to restrict web access for users who are accused of … Continue reading →

Posted in Internet, Politics

BBC News – Hackers had ‘full functional control’ of Nasa computers

Rick's Blog Posted on 2012/03/02 by Rick Leslie2012/03/03

Hackers gained “full functional control” of key Nasa computers in 2011, the agency’s inspector general has told US lawmakers. Paul K Martin said hackers took over Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) computers and “compromised the accounts of the most privileged JPL … Continue reading →

Posted in Internet Security

BBC News – Acta: EU court to rule on anti-piracy agreement

Rick's Blog Posted on 2012/02/22 by Rick Leslie2015/10/02

Protesters assembled across Europe in opposition to the agreement The European Union’s highest court has been asked to rule on the legality of a controversial anti-piracy agreement. The Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement (Acta) has been criticised by rights campaigners who argue … Continue reading →

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BBC News – Acta: Europe braced for protests over anti-piracy treaty

Rick's Blog Posted on 2012/02/12 by Rick Leslie2015/10/02

Protests have been organised across the continent, with the majority to take place on Saturday Further protests in opposition to controversial anti-piracy measures have taken place, with another 100 expected to happen in Europe this week. What is Acta? The … Continue reading →

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BBC News – Acta protests: Thousands take to streets across Europe

Rick's Blog Posted on 2012/02/12 by Rick Leslie2015/10/02

Marchers in London gathered outside British Music House, home to several major rights holders What is Acta? The Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement is an international treaty aiming to standardise copyright protection measures. It seeks to curb trade of counterfeited physical goods, … Continue reading →

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BBC News – Trendnet security cam flaw exposes video feeds on net

Rick's Blog Posted on 2012/02/08 by Rick Leslie2015/10/02

Feeds from thousands of Trendnet home security cameras have been breached, allowing any web user to access live footage without needing a password. Internet addresses which link to the video streams have been posted to a variety of popular messageboard … Continue reading →

Posted in Internet Security

Google and the Chamber of Commerce

Rick's Blog Posted on 2012/02/07 by Rick Leslie2012/02/07

During the SOPA fight, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce was the mouthpiece for the entertainment industry on Capitol Hill. Google continues to lend its brand and credibility to the Chamber — but if Google leaves, it will deal the Chamber … Continue reading →

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