
Quantum Physics Enables Perfectly Secure Cloud Computing
Researchers have succeeded
in combining the power of
quantum computing with the
security of quantum
cryptography and have shown
that perfectly secure cloud
... > full story

The Perfect Clone: Researchers Hack RFID Smartcards
Professional safecrackers
use a stethoscope to find
the correct combination by
listening to the clicks of
the lock. Researchers have
now demonstrated how to
... > full story

Using Photons to Manage Data
Managing light to carry
computer data, such as text,
audio and video, is possible
today with laser light beams
that are guided along a
fiber-optic cable. These
waves consist of countless
... > full story

iPhone Turned Into spiPhone: Smartphone Senses Nearby Keyboard Vibrations and Deciphers Sentences
Engineers have discovered
how to program a smartphone
to sense nearby keyboard
vibrations and decipher
complete sentences with up
... > full story
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Uploading Geotagged Digital Photos Could Put Kids at Risk
February 9, 2012 A new study suggests that parents and carers could be putting children at risk if they upload digital photos that are automatically "geotagged" by their ... > full story -
Risk-Based Passenger Screening Could Make Air Travel Safer
January 31, 2012 Intensive screening of all airline passengers actually makes the system less secure by overtaxing security resources, while risk-based methods increase overall security, according to new research. ... > full story -
Consumers Should Be Vigilant in Wake of Zappos Cyberattack
January 18, 2012 As an estimated 24 million Zappos.com customers begin receiving notifications that some of their personal data have been compromised, an expert is warning those affected to be on the lookout for ... > full storyMore: -
New Technology Tightens Cyber Security
January 6, 2012 A revolutionary new technology helps with cyber ... > full story -
Protecting Computers at Start-Up: New Guidelines
December 21, 2011 A new draft computer security publication provides guidance for vendors and security professionals as they work to protect personal computers as they start ... > full story -
Protecting Confidential Data With Math
December 16, 2011 With the computerization of databases in healthcare, forensics, telecommunications, and other fields, ensuring security for such databases has become increasingly important. Researchers have now ... > full story -
Computing: Improving Security in the Cloud
December 15, 2011 New encryption research may lead to improved data security, even for operations performed on remote ... > full story -
New Interface Could Help Facebook Members Limit Security Leaks
December 5, 2011 A sign-up interface for Facebook apps could help members prevent personal information -- and their friends' information -- from leaking out through third-party games and apps to hackers and identity ... > full story -
Swiss Scientist Prove Durability of Quantum Network
December 1, 2011 Scientists and engineers have proven the worth of quantum cryptography in telecommunication networks by demonstrating its long-term effectiveness in a real-time network. Their international network, ... > full story -
Some Smartphone Models More Vulnerable to Attack
November 30, 2011 Some smartphones specifically designed to support the Android mobile platform have incorporated additional features that can be used by hackers to bypass Android's security features, making them more ... > full story
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