Gizmodo
-
security
Clear Fast Track Airport Security Is No More
Allowing people to quickly hop through airport security with a TSA-verified biometric "fast passes," Clear had great idea on their hands. Sadly, as of yesterday, their freeflowing security lanes will be closed. More »
0
33
By John HerrmanComment by AndrewJayPollack: I travel a lot and I tried Clear for one year. Aside from the $200, there was a six... 3 Responses | Other threads
-
crime
Ultimate Lock Picker Cracks Medeco High Security Deadbolts In Minutes
The folks at Wired have taken a peek into the life of one Marc Weber Tobias—a man that obsessively pits himself against the toughest physical security systems that modern technology can muster. Unfortunately for manufacturers, Tobias hasn't found a lock that he can pick, crack, or bump. More »
0
By Sean FallonComment by willyolio: "Tobias hasn't found a lock that he can pick, crack, or bump." if that were true, he wouldn't be much of... 13 Responses | Other threads
-
security
Cancer Meds Wiped Off Man's Fingerprints
A 62-year-old tourist was trying to enter the United States when he was stopped at customs to have his fingerprints scanned. This was a problem for both him and the customs agents, for he had no fingerprints. More »
0
By Adam FrucciComment by unibrow4o9: If only they had code named him "Mr. F". Then I could have made countless Arrested Development jokes. ... 9 Responses | Other threads
-
apple
Mac OS X Vulnerable to Critical Java Flaw, Windows Users' Snide Remarks
Mac users are still exposed to a Java vulnerability that's been public for 6 months after Apple neglected to patch it in the recent honking 10.5.7 update. Okay Windows guys, point and laugh. But if you want to be super safe, you should turn off Java in your browser, no matter what platform you're on. [cr0 blog via Slashdot]
0
Comment by thorax232: Ah, if MAC were just popular and compatible with...any good programs it would have just as many if not more... 31 Responses | Other threads
-
botnet
Those Pirated Versions of Windows 7 RC Are Building a Botnet
The botnet just added 25,000 users in the last few weeks. Nice job, geniuses. Couldn't you have downloaded it from Microsoft directly? [MSDN] -
security
CCTV Birdhouse Isn't Fooling Anyone
At first glance this phony CCTV might be a convincing theft deterrent, but I would imagine that all the birds and poop covering it might be a dead giveaway. [manufactum via Boing Boing]
0
By Sean FallonComment by bosskev: This is one of those head-scratcher products. What in the hell were they thinking? If I want a birdhouse, I'll... 5 Responses | Other threads
-
security
UK's MI6 Scrapped Multi-Million Dollar Undercover Operation Because of Lost USB Drive
You'd think MI6 agents would handle top-secret data more carefully than on memory stick in a purse, right? Well that purse was left behind on a train in 2006, compromising a multi-million dollar drug operation. More »
0
Comment by TonyRockyHorror: No amount of money or tech can ever erase or hide the most common vulnerability in and "secure" system: human... 6 Responses | Other threads
-
viruses
Conficker Worm Hits U.S. Hospitals, Infecting Computers and Equipment
Cnet says that hundreds of critical hospital devices across the U.S. have been infected by the Conficker worm. The number of hospitals affected wasn't disclosed, but the problem isn't thought to be widespread. More »
0
Comment by Ken_Darrow: What is that thing Ballmer keeps talking about? Apple Tax thingy??? Seems to me the Apple Tax isn't... 20 Responses | Other threads
-
-
cybersecurity
Pentagon to Create Cyber Command to Hopefully Avoid More Cybersecurity Screwups
After unidentified hackers made away with untold amounts of protected data on a highly-classified fighter jet project, the Pentagon decided to step up their cybersecurity. The first step? Creating the badass-sounding Cyber Command. More »
0
By Dan NosowitzComment by LoadStar: How does this differ from the partially abandoned attempt to create an Air Force Cyber Command? 3 Responses | Other threads
-
hackers
Hackers Going Full Brazilian on U.S. Satellites
The Brazilian Federal Police are trying to crackdown on the hijacking of U.S. military satellites—an illegal act that is so well entrenched that it has become something of a "national phenomenon." More »
0
By Sean FallonComment by Darrone: And yet I have no live-streaming footage of Carnival. This is a travesty. 6 Responses | Other threads
-
crime
New PIN Crackers Make Card Skimmers Look Small-Time
Instead of using mechanical means to steal from debit cardholders, some thieves are using malware to swipe huge numbers of encrypted and unencrypted PINs. It's not yet widespread, but it'll take serious work to prevent. More »
0
By Dan NosowitzComment by Earthslide: So they got my pin ... but I got my card. And then? That's nothing. I'm more worried about the... 8 Responses | Other threads
-
security
Malware Infection Rates By Region, And More Fun Facts!
According to Microsoft, the global average for malware infection is 8.6 out of every 1000 systems—a number that's lower than I'd have estimated. And apparently Ethiopia and Myanmar run a pretty tight ship! More » -
security
TSA to Transition From Metal Detectors to Whole Body Scanners
While the TSA introduced whole body scanners as a means to search passengers posing a greater security risk (like those who set off metal detectors), they now plan to use the invasive technology on everyone. More »
0
By Mark WilsonComment by TheCrudMan: Is that person urinating or have a tail or what? 13 Responses | Other threads
-
question of the day
What Home Security System Do You Use?
I'm in the midst of shopping around for a security system, but after conducting a bit of research it seems to me that most of the standard providers out there are waste of money. More »
0
By Sean FallonComment by BuyingPowerTools_GitEmSteveDave: I use three attack cats and one pacifist dog inside the house, and three outside cats: I am also getting a... 22 Responses | Other threads
-
conficker
How the Conficker Problem Just Got Much Worse
On the surface, April 1 came and went without a peep from the dreaded Conficker megaworm. But security experts see a frightening reality, one where Conficker is now more powerful and more dangerous than ever. More »
0
By John Mahoney
Comment by Guymann: I bet I got it on my computer at home. I don't have any malware protection. 32 Responses | Other threads
-
patents
Apple Considers Having Stolen iPhones Call Police
According to a recent patent filing, Apple has considered implementing security that allows an iPhone to automatically contact authorities when stolen. -
conficker
11th-Hour Fix May Protect Huge Corporate Networks From Conficker Worm's Nastiness
Zero-hour approaches for the awakening of the Conficker megaworm. As we explained, Conficker can evade detection like none before it. But security experts have released a scanner that may save your IT professional's sanity tomorrow. More »
0
By John MahoneyComment by OulaMan: I bet its going to be a really funny April Fools Joke!! 7 Responses | Other threads
-
apple
Apple's Ideas for Seamless Biometric Security on iPhone and MacBook
To me, the biometric readers you see on most laptops are obnoxious blemishes—they really can't make them more discrete? Apple feels the same way, so I like their ideas for seamless biometric security.
0
Comment by urbanturban666: what about voice detection? id use it if it existed... 8 Responses | Other threads
-
britain
Acne-Exaggerating Light Keeps Awkward Teenagers at Bay
Here's a mean-spirited way to keep teenagers away from your place of business: a pink florescent light designed to make acne look much worse. More »
0
By Adam FrucciComment by Duuncan: Its ok if you don't want to visit we'll cope in our horrible country without you thanks. 14 Responses | Other threads
-
printing
Every Sheet of Paper Has a Unique 'Fingerprint'
What you see here is an 8.5x11 piece of paper scanned by an ordinary scanner (with the contrast bumped up). From shots like this one, researchers claim they can "fingerprint" any piece of paper. More »
0
By Mark WilsonComment by Skiphex: "Our technique is secure against counterfeiting and robust to harsh handling" I'm surprised that "harsh handling" doesn't alter the fingerprint. 5 Responses | Other threads
-
security
Fake Security Camera Uses Motion Sensing to Look Realistic
Since the economy is collapsing, it's likely that we're headed into a period of chaos and lawlessness. Unfortunately, you can't afford a security system due to the aforementioned collapse. So just fake it. More »
0
By Adam FrucciComment by Jeerkahn: anyone worth anything knows that as long as you're in a fake cardboard box, you can sneak right under these. 13 Responses | Other threads
-
security
Blueprints of Obama's Boring Helicopter Leaked to Iran Over P2P
President Obama isn't very excited about his fancy new helicopter, but that's not his fault—he just hasn't seen its super-neat blueprints yet, because he's not allowed to have Limewire. More »
0
By John HerrmanComment by shalegac: Correct me if I'm wrong, but didn't Bush's administration put in the orders for the new helicopters after 9/11? On... 10 Responses | Other threads
-
windows 7
Windows 7 Networking and Security: HomeGroup, User Account Controls and More
For the average person, networking and security are two of the biggest causes of OS-related headaches, with so many settings, devices, alerts and threats to stay on top of. With Windows 7, Microsoft attempts a more useful approach to family networking with HomeGroup. It expands its security options, too, but does it with more concern for user-friendliness than during Vista development. More »
0
By Erica HoComment by Mike Zuniga: I think MS is doing a great job on 7, and I hope they give us vista users a discounted... 1 Responses | Other threads
-
windows 7
Microsoft On Windows 7 UAC Security Hole: "This is Not a Vulnerability"
Even though the gaping breach in Windows 7's User Account Control feature seems, to all eyes, like a pretty easy fix, Microsoft appears to be in denial mode with MS expert Mary Jo Foley. More »
0
By John MahoneyComment by Linux Chief hardware engineer: This is not a vulnerability, its a feature! Windows 7 comes with all kinds of new & used features, such as... 15 Responses | Other threads
-
biometrics
Sony's Mofiria Authentication Technology Scans Your Scary Finger Veins
Sony has announced "mofiria," a biometric technology that relies on the unique vein pattern in fingers to authenticate users. Apparently, this method is more accurate than traditional fingerprint techniques. More » -
MP3 Espionage
Update: Dude Returns MP3 Player Loaded With Army Secrets, World War III With New Zealand Averted
Remember that dude who bought a second-hand MP3 player, only to find it full of U.S. Army enlistment records and mission briefings? It is now safely back in the Pentagon's hands. More »
0
By John MahoneyComment by coketown: I would have put the device on ebay and had the government bid for it to get it back. That'd... 17 Responses | Other threads
-
emerging tech
New Paint Could Block Wi-Fi From Nosey Neighbors
Living in an apartment building, I can spot about twenty active Wi-Fi networks at a time. And the worst part is that they can all see me, too. More »
0
By Mark WilsonComment by gilman: you could just hide your SSiD. Would require fewer drop cloths. 14 Responses | Other threads
-
MP3 Espionage
New Zealand Man Buys Thrift-Shop MP3 Player Full of US Army Classified Information
An MP3 player purchased for $14.50 (brown Zune?) at an Oklahoma second-hand store had an extra surprise inside—60 files containing Iraq- and Afghanistan-deployed soldiers' personal info, a mission briefing and base equipment manifests. Score! More »
0
By John MahoneyComment by Jrsy Devil's Food Cake®: '"The more I look at it, the more I see and the less I think I should be!" he says.' Dude,... 6 Responses | Other threads
-
security
OS X iWork Trojan Revamped, Repackaged, Rereleased in Photoshop
The nasty OS X trojan from last week has resurfaced, and this time hits software pirates where it hurts the most: in Photoshop. More »
0
By John HerrmanComment by VeeDub: if you are stupid enough to do certain things that put you at risk then you get what you deserve.... 25 Responses | Other threads
-
security
The Penicillin Fix For Your iWork '09 Trojan VD
Here's a fix for the trojan you may have picked up while dipping unprotected into murky pirate waters for a bootleg copy of Apple's iWork '09. More »
0
By John MahoneyComment by OMG! Ponies!: Here's the fix: Install Windows. Sorry, but it had to be said. 31 Responses | Other threads
-
robots
T-43 Security Robot Bags Intruders, Unsuspecting Coworkers via Cellphone
Aside from being the first known predecessor to the inevitable T-800, the Alacom/tmsuk T-34 security bot doesn't seem that formidable. But pay no mind to its Hoover-esque appearance—the T-34 will take you right out. More »
0
By John HerrmanComment by malcs: I think this could be made a million times better if the net was electrified like a taser :) 1 Responses | Other threads
-
security
Virtual Keyboard Confounds Key-logging Bosses, Criminals, and Spouses
If you're browsing the web at work or just somewhere insecure, the prospect of key-logging may keep you from typing passwords and/or expletives. This Greasemonkey-compatible script brings up a virtual keyboard for mouseclick typing. More »
0
By Mark WilsonComment by SilenceisGolden: is there any easy way to find out if you have a logger on your comp? 7 Responses | Other threads
-
security
Torrented Copies of iWork '09 Come Laced With a Nasty OS X Trojan
This may be a first for the Mac software world, and it's not cool at all: ill-gotten copies of iWork '09 circulating on Torrent sites contain OSX.Trojan.iServices.A, which is something you don't want. More »
0
By John MahoneyComment by Con Seannery: HAHAHAHAHA! Ha. Anyways, I bet you hipster douchebags aren't feeling so invulnerable now that another bit of malware... 48 Responses | Other threads
-
security
The Fancy Security Gear the FBI Busted Out for the Inauguration
An event like the inauguration is a great excuse for the FBI to roll out all of its super-expensive security gear, like a truck you can explode a live bomb in without hurting anyone. More »
0
By Adam FrucciComment by alexmetal: Depending on how powerful the bomb is, couldn't this contraption potentially just make the devastation worse? You know, 3-4 inch... 10 Responses | Other threads
-
politics
Obama's BlackBerry May Be Replaced With a Giant Windows Mobile Brick
Obama's maneuvering to keep his beloved BlackBerry is far from over, but it's worth noting one possible outcome: that the Prez may be stuck with one of the NSA's approved WinMo handsets. More » -
blackberry
Barack Obama's BlackBerry Addiction = The Biggest Celebrity Endorsement In History
Today is soon-to-be-pres. Obama's last day with his beloved VZW BlackBerry 8830. He's still fighting to keep it, and in the process giving RIM publicity on an unprecedented scale. How much is it all worth? More » -
security
'Curse of Silence' Attack Can Disable Texting On Most Nokia Phones
Phones using a number of popular versions of the Symbian S60 mobile OS (the Nokia N95, E71 and N76 just to name a few) can be partially disabled by a maliciously coded text. More »
0
By John HerrmanComment by justanotherbloke: The iphone is sooooooo cheap :) 2 Responses | Other threads
-
ps3
Researchers Create Web Skeleton Key With 200 PS3s
Using a cluster of 200 PS3s, an international group of researchers have crafted a "skeleton key" digital certificate that can perfectly impersonate any website on the internet. More »
0
Comment by Poison_Shroom: Wow! The PS3 is finally able to do something 15 Responses | Other threads
-
security
Safe-T Bed: Sleep Soundly on a Cache of Guns, Jewels and Money
Somewhere between a sock and an actual bank lies the Executive Safe-T bed. Hollandia International's design incorporates a heavy-duty safe underneath the mattress and a cover in the head joint of the bed base. More »
0
By Sean FallonComment by Brian Lawler: Perfect for the savvy terrorist with a flat in New York 10 Responses | Other threads
-
security
Jewelry Box Features USB and Fingerprint Authentication Security
Perhaps Paris Hilton would have avoided the $2 million theft of her jewelry recently if she had one of these BioMirage Coffers. It can only be opened via fingerprint identification or a USB key. More »
0
By Sean FallonComment by tobedetermined: Okay, then this will be the headline: Paris Hilton is so dumb that she left her USB key next to... 2 Responses | Other threads
security
Gizmodo Team
Tip your editors:
tips@gizmodo.com
Editorial Director:
Brian Lam | Email | Twitter
Editor:
Jason Chen
Email | AIM | Twitter
Features Editor:
Wilson Rothman
Email | Twitter
Senior Associate Editor:
Jesus Diaz
Email | AIM | Twitter
Associate Editors:
Mark Wilson
Email | AIM | Twitter
Matt Buchanan
Email | AIM | Twitter
Adam Frucci
Email | Twitter
Contributing Editors:
Sean Fallon
Email | Twitter
Jack Loftus
Email | Twitter
John Herrman
Email | Twitter
Dan Nosowitz
Email
Editorial Assistant:
Chris Mascari
Email
Andrea Wang
Email | Twitter
Columnist:
Brendan I. Koerner
Comment Intern::
Nick Ellenoff | Email
Comment Account Questions:
Comments@gizmodo.com
-
Transformers blows up this weekend. Need to know more? io9 gets down and dirty with the superbots.
Original material is licensed under a Creative Commons License permitting non-commercial sharing with attribution.
