Topic - hacking

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Computers, Media, Internet

Hacker Enables Copying Apple iTunes Songs

Famed Norwegian "DVD John" lets users use and share iTunes songs on other devices.
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Security

U.K. Sounds Alarm on E-crime

Internet companies, retailers, and the government must do more to protect people from the dangers of the "lawless Wild West" of cyberspace, British Members of Parliament say.
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Computers

Kevin Mitnick on HP’s Hack Attack

Hacker Kevin Mitnick’s exploits landed him in jail—now he says he feels ‘sorry’ for HP Chairwoman Patricia Dunn.
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Security, Communications

Two Arrested for VoIP Fraud

Owner of Internet voice arbitrage business uses ‘brute force’ to steal 10 million minutes.
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Security

Cashing In on Cyber Crime

Hike in high-profile cyber breaches means big bucks for database encryption firms.
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Media, Internet

Fans Spy Netflix Media Player

A Netflix fan site said it has seen signs that the online DVD rental firm is readying video-on-demand.
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General news, Security

U.S. Feds Target Hackers

The Department of Homeland Security will invest millions to protect the power grid and other infrastructure against hacker attacks.
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Security

Hacking the Grid, Part 3

Hacking into public utility systems isn’t a new problem, nor is it limited to power systems. There have been documented cases going back more than a decade that involve sewer, water, air traffic, and power systems. (Third of three parts.)
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Security

Hacking the Grid

Security experts warn it wouldn’t be hard for a cyberpunk or terrorist to turn off the lights in a large portion of the U.S. (First of three parts.)