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Twitter Account of U.K.’s Largest TV Network Falls to Syrian Hackers
A Twitter account belonging to ITV, Britain’s largest TV broadcaster, is the latest victim of a hacking campaign by the Syrian Electronic Army. The network confirmed to Reuters that the account was compromised. It’s the latest attack on a Twitter account controlled by a Western media organization by the pro-Assad group. Previous targets include the Associated Press, the Financial Times, the Onion and CBS News. Twitter has recently instituted new security measures to help prevent incidents like these.
Syrian Electronic Army Leaves Its Mark on the Financial Times
Another western media organization is attacked by the pro-Assad group of digital pranksters.
Why The Onion Is Awesome for Publishing Details of Its Twitter Hack
Details of hacking attacks are too often kept secret.
China Sees Cyberwar as Reducing U.S. Advantage in Future Conflict
A new Pentagon report outlines the latest understanding of China’s stance on digital warfare and espionage.
Syrian Pro-Government Hackers Take Their Fight to CBS and Twitter
Seeking attention as events get more serious.
BadNews Shows a New Direction for Mobile Malware
Thirty-two apps are found to behave at first, until they turn bad.
Several CBS News Twitter Accounts Hacked
Careful what you click.
Lookout Shows Just How Easy It Is to Hack a Phone — And How You Can Prevent It (Video)
Mobile security outfit Lookout provides some practical tips on how to safeguard your smartphone from hackers.
Computer Security Legend Mudge Leaves DARPA for Google Job
DARPA’s super hacker takes an unspecified job at the search giant.
It’s Probably a Good Time to Change Your Terrible WordPress Password
Another hacking scare brings a good reminder: The biggest part of the problem is the awful password you chose in the first place.