Insecurity complex on the Internet

JavaScript comes under scrutiny as a Web 2.0 "hijacking" threat--as the Jikto tool slips into the wild.

JavaScript bug-hunting tool 'stolen'

blog The Jikto tool can scan Web sites for holes and report back to third parties--who may have misdeeds on their minds.
April 2, 2007

JavaScript can expose data on Web 2.0 sites

blog A paper on "JavaScript hijacking" outlines the threat from a combination of malicious and common Web site security flaws.
April 2, 2007

The feds weigh in on Windows security

A White House directive could have ripple effects well beyond Washington in the fight against cybercrime.
April 2, 2007

Windows animated cursor attack

CNET Security Center The way Microsoft Windows handles animated cursors on Web sites puts PCs at risk.
April 2, 2007

Microsoft to issue cursor flaw patch early

Software maker had planned to wait until April 10, but will now issue the patch Tuesday given there is a public exploit using the hole.
April 1, 2007

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