Another Java Zero-Day Vulnerability Hits Black Market

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SECURITY UPDATE    Wednesday, January 16, 2013 News   |   Commentary   |   Slideshows   |   Reports   |   Videos   |   TechCenters   |   Events   |   RSS Feeds   TOP STORY Another Java Zero-Day Vulnerability Hits Black Market By Mathew J. Schwartz Just 24 hours after Oracle patched two critical flaws in Java, online vulnerability vendor starts selling never-seen Java bug. MUST READ DARPA Considers Deploying Technology On Ocean Floor New research program aims to develop deep sea containers for 'just-in-time' requirements. Meet Facebook's Graph Search Tool Facebook downplays Google as competitor as it launches "internal" search tool that helps you find people, photos, places and interests inside Facebook using established privacy settings. 10 Facts: Secure Java For Business Use Businesses that rely on Java must now take additional steps to keep employees safe. Here's where to start. Swartz Suicide Puts JSTOR Academic Database In Spotlight Death of internet activist Aaron Swartz renews push for online content and copyright debate. Anonymous Hacks MIT In Aaron Swartz Tribute Hacktivist group leaves defaced Web page calling for reform of computer crime and intellectual property laws. MORE SECURITY NEWS ALSO IN THIS EDITION • Swartz Suicide Puts JSTOR Academic Database In Spotlight • Anonymous Hacks MIT In Aaron Swartz Tribute • Research: Mobile Security's Missing Link • Rule-Driven Profiling: A New Approach to Vulnerability Discovery • Meet Facebook's Graph Search Tool • Is Your Network Ready for BYOD? • InformationWeek 2013 U.S. IT Salary Survey JOIN THE CONVERSATION Posted By safetysw: "Just another reason to never use Java for anything that needs to be safe and/or secure. Not enough thought and care is taken when designing code in any language!" In reply to: Another Java Zero-Day Vulnerability Hits Black Market View Entire Response | Post Your Own Reply     DOWNLOAD INFORMATIONWEEK GOVERNMENT'S LATEST DIGITAL ISSUE Mobile applications are the new way to extend government information and services to on-the-go citizens and employees. Also: A new initiative aims to shift the 17-member Intelligence Community from agency-specific IT silos to an enterprise environment of shared systems and services. DOWNLOAD NOW FREE (Registration Required)     REPORTS & WHITEPAPERS: FEATURED REPORT Research: Mobile Security's Missing Link We hear a lot about controlling devices and data. But there's a third consideration that's just as critical -- and a lot less high profile. Don't let an intense focus on employee mobile devices leave you exposed via insecure apps. DOWNLOAD NOW (REGISTRATION REQUIRED) MORE REPORTS FEATURED WHITEPAPERS Rule-Driven Profiling: A New Approach to Vulnerability Discovery Vulnerability scanning, or the process of identifying a list of known security gaps in the network environment, is the focal point for most enterprise vulnerability management programs. Download this report to assess risks or prioritize vulnerabilities for remediation. DOWNLOAD NOW (REGISTRATION REQUIRED) MORE WHITEPAPERS   MOST POPULAR STORIES Meet Facebook's Graph Search Tool Facebook downplays Google as competitor as it launches "internal" search tool that helps you find people, photos, places and interests inside Facebook using established privacy settings. 10 Best Android Apps Of 2012 Check out these 10 gems that stood out from the crowd of 700,000 Android apps. CES 2013: 7 Standout Technologies What happens at CES 2013 doesn't stay in Vegas. From giant tablets to $20,000 televisions, take a peek at a few early standouts for gadget lovers. LG: What Nexus 4 Supply Problems? LG claims there is no supply problem with the Nexus 4, despite its lack of availability more than two months after launch. 10 Facts: Secure Java For Business Use Businesses that rely on Java must now take additional steps to keep employees safe. Here's where to start.   WEBCASTS: Is Your Network Ready for BYOD? Simply preventing personal devices from accessing your network might not be the best option for your business. A well thought out BYOD policy and the proper wireless security strategy can empower your employees, save costs, and increase productivity while maintaining security and control. Join us January 24 to find out what you need to consider when implementing a BYOD policy. More Information & Registration MORE WEBCASTS   RESOURCES AND EVENTS: InformationWeek 2013 U.S. IT Salary Survey For the 16th consecutive year, InformationWeek is conducting its U.S. IT Salary Survey. To date, more than 200,000 IT professionals have participated in this survey. Take our survey now, and be eligible to win some great prizes. It happens March 25-29 in Orlando, Fla.

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