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Hacker's Exploitation Of A CGI Script On My Site To Send Massive Spam Emails - Hard Lessons Learnt!On Tuesday 20th June 2006, I discovered that a hacker exploited a site recommendation script I installed 3 days earlier(!), to send out spam email from my website, causing my web host to take it offline for 7 days i.e. up till Wednesday 28th June 2006 a.m. If you own a website, and are trying to build online credibility towards doing legitimate business, you may (want to?) know how damaging this kind of attack can be - and what you can do to protect yourself. Incidentally, no matter how big or small your website is, spam robots will come to it - and hackers will test your website for loopholes they can exploit to launch spam attacks - so you must learn latest security concerns and take preventive action to protect yourself.If you think it can never happen to you, let me warn you: that's exactly what I thought, UNTIL I made the slip which allowed a spam artist drive a massive "spam mail truck" through my website! In this article, I offer you an insight into my personal experiences and learnings, plus provide URLs (some sent to me by the support department of my web host - others I found through my own subsequent research) leading to useful advice from experienced webmasters, and professionals with proven competence in this area. How to Detect Fraudulent Wholesalers and Companies?This article throws light on the ever worrying issue of dealing with legitimate wholesalers and explains how various important checks can be used to detect and avoid fraudulent wholesalers and companies. Are You One Of The 90% Affected By Spyware Or Adware?According to CNN, over 90% of computers are infected with some type of uninvited software that may be harming your computer even as you read this sentence. Discover the top 5 tips to rid your computer of malicious software forever. Malicious Programs - Prevention Is Much Easier than the CureSimilar to motorists who travel at 10 miles per hour below the posted speed limit in the left-hand lane, programmers who deliberately create and distribute malicious computer programs don't have a clue. They have a great deal of knowledge and expertise but they can't seem to figure out how to function by simply following the rules. This article briefly explains how most computer viruses compromise vulnerable computers and how you can make your computer and valuable data much less vulnerable to a malicious executable or "virus." Computer Viruses: The Nasty TruthThe term, "virus", in computer technology, refers to a self replicating application that spreads by making copies of itself by inserting into other programs, other executables or documents, and when executed begins to perform harmful actions on the system. All computer viruses are deliberately created, not always malicious and some of them may be benign and simply annoying. Computer & Network Security: Two Anti Virus StrategiesEither Train... or "Nuke" Your Whole System The Importance of Context in Content FilteringInternet filtering technology must be able to take context into account so that authorized sites are permitted and inappropriate sites are blocked. Why Not to Start Using CGI Proxy Sites?Everyone now these days is concerned with protecting their personal information form prying eyes on the web. With the continuing increase cases of stealing personal web identities, many people have been misdirected about what information needs to be hidden on line and the best way to achieve a more secure Internet environment. One of the most common ideas is that when you start using cgi proxy sites the security level increases. Downloading PrecautionsSome useful and safety tips for downloading music, movies, etc. off the internet. Follow some simple guidelines for unlimited downloads without adware, spyware, or viruses. Voice Phishing - A New Type of E-mail ScamA new type of phishing scam involving phone numbers has surfaced recently, and is very dangerous. Unlike the traditional "phishing" emails that urge you to click on a link to verify your account, this one has a phone number for you to call. The phone number is a fake and designed to capture your personal information. How to Choose the Best Computer Security Suite for Your NeedsComputer security doesn't have to be the exclusive domain of geeks and hackers! With this easy to follow guide, you'll find how to protect yourself online from people who want what's on your computer. Security Flaws, Hanging Them Against The Big ClockBuffer overflows, insecure browsers, remote code execution, all common terms in the world of software security. We are surrounded by insecure applications and the big guns are not doing a thing about it. It seems like they are more profitable with insecure software applications than reliable and secure software. Everyone is fed up with the ignorance of giant software companies, but is that enough reason to go public with every security flaw you find in their software? Chat Rooms and Internet Safety for Your Kids and TeensWhat’s new in video chat? Although the technology for using a web cam to send live pictures and video over the internet has been around for a long time, video chat technology continues to get better and better. Since the tragedy of 9-11, when businesses started traveling less, it became a great way for businesses to communicate with distant clients, other branches, and other businesses. Video chat can also bring individuals and families who are far apart closer together through the "magic" of the internet. Why Phishing Scams WorkAlthough almost everyone who uses the internet knows about the dangers of clicking on emails from financial institutions and online companies that we have accounts with, for some reason we still do it. Phishing scams work, and that is why we still see them in our inboxes every day. This article examines the human factor associated with phishing scams and explains why they work so well. The Basics of Understanding Internet DangersLets not beat about the bush, the Internet can be a very dangerous place. That's right. I am one of the Internets most ardent supporters, but it is definitely a very dangerous place if you have no idea what you are doing. Cyber Crime - A Threat to Every Internet UserInternet crime is growing at an astonishing rate, mainly due to increased availability of computers and internet service in third world countries. Ten million cases of identity theft were logged by the FTC last year, and the amount of crime-ware on the internet has increased 100% in the past 12 months. All internet users are in serious danger and must take measures to protect themselves online. The Two Things You Must Know About Your Private Information Before It's Too LateYour private information is vulnerable in two ways. It is vulnerable to loss and theft. Securing and Maintaining Your Computer and Online BusinessKeeping your computer in top shape is an important aspect to an online business. Why? Without it, you are not in business, or your business will come to a complete halt. There are simple things that you can do to keep your computer safe and running at top-notch speed. FBI on the Fourth of July!Today, ironically July 4th, 2 FBI agents knocked on my door and said they wanted to question me. Protect Yourself from Internet Scam Operations Using This ToolHave you ever tried looking for a domain name with the use of the WHOIS domain name search? If yes, then great for you! But for those who have not heard about the WHOIS domain name search, then you should read on for you to discover the wonder of this particular thing. Strong Passwords – Add a Meaningful Symbol to Increase Password StrengthIn today’s online world, having a strong password is a must. However, the problem with strong passwords is that they can be difficult to remember. Altering the passwords you currently use by adding a meaningful symbol is one step toward making them difficult for Internet thieves to crack. Read this article for a list of symbols, some suggested uses for them, and some examples of how to use them in passwords. Beware! E-Commerce and Online Frauds are Still AroundWhat you see is what you get (WYSIWYG) is not entirely true with online shopping. Money has taken on an entirely new dimension with money wire transfer , electronic funds transfer, and various on-line transactions. Internet was not created to be a secure medium for transmission of information. Money transactions on the net had attracted hordes of fraudsters. Federal Government Employee Information SecurityThough stringent measures have been taken to secure the information pertaining to federal government employees, lapses often take place and vital information is leaked either inadvertently or due to a laxity in vigilance. The result is that vital data about federal employees finds its way into the pages of popular websites and newspapers. All You Want To Know About Spy WareSpy ware is a software program that watches what a user does on his computer. This program sends the information it has gathered on the users activities to a hacker over the internet. The information of the websites a user visits is collected and sent to advertisement agencies. More malicious spy ware can record all the keys that have been typed by the user. Survey ScamHave you ever received an email and been told you won a free gift of some kind - or - you just won a certain amount of money and all you need to do is "click here"? Information Security SystemsThe old order changeth, yielding way for the new. This adage especially holds true when you consider the latest advances in technology and the way they have changed modern business practices, and also the socio-economic fabric of countries. The Internet has made the transmission of vital information and data possible in a matter of seconds, and this has revolutionized the functioning of various organizations. Instant Messaging and P2P Vulnerabilities for Health OrganizationsInstant messaging and P2P file sharing present very critical vulnerabilities to health organizations who must be careful to protect patient data. Hurricanes and Internet Security IssuesHurricanes and Internet Security Issues are something that is very much on the mind of FEMA these days and they are calling it a potentially devastating electronic disaster or even a; Cyber Katrina if you will? Ponzi Schemes And Pyramid Schemes - What's The Difference?What's the difference between a Ponzi scheme and a pyramid scheme (and does it matter much to you)? Learn how to spot these and avoid getting scammed. Top Tips for Ensuring Security, Confidentiality and Authenticity of Data over a Distributed NetworkSecuring data over the internet is paramount to businesses and home users alike. Following these top tips will help you ensure confidentiality, security and authenticity for messages you send crossing the internet over a distributed network.