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(Images: How to bypass filevault, BitLocker security): (Images: How to bypass FileVault, BitLocker security)Supercooled memory?Obviously, that method is for people DESPARATE to steal someone's data and will not be attempted by the average crook.However, wouldn't all this be rendered moot if Apple cleared the memory at reboot?A few things to noteInteresting read, but I'm not totally convinced...; Tags: Hacking, PRODUCTIVITY, SECURITY, FileVault, BitLocker security; Discussion threads 2008-02-21
I got bitten by the Apple Leopard blue screen problem: Wow, talk about dissatisfaction. Here I am spending a rainy Saturday morning looking forward to getting to know Leopard and I am hung up on a blue screen with little to go on but coffee. Fortunately, I have multiple Macs in the house and am writing this...; Tags: Apple Macintosh, Disk, Operating System, Disappointment, Apple Inc., FileVault, Desktops, Operating Systems, Hardware, Software, Dana Gardner; Blog posts 2007-10-27
Apple patches 20 security holes: Apple computer on Wednesday 3/2/2006 patched 20 security holes ranging from denial-of-service to very serious code execution flaws. Apple's security update 2006-001 fixes the following issues in OS X 10.3.9 to 10.4.5:Multiple PHP 4.4 issues in apache_mod_php. OS X File server DoS or arbitrary code execution with automount. Directory...; Tags: OS 10.4.5, flaw, code execution, operating system; Blog posts 2006-03-02

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LockPhix (exe): LockPhix is the ultimate combination between system locking tools and encryption software. It provides a very versatile ScreenLock tool to lock your system showing a customizable screen. You can then unlock your computer with Password, USB-stick or keystroke. The second tool FileVault, provides you with an easy and safe way...; Tags: Password, System Tray, Tool, UIC Phoenxsoftware, LockPhix, Productivity; Software downloads 2008-04-28
Alsoft releases DiskWarrior 4 v4.1 CD updater for Leopard: Alsoft on Tuesday released a free software updater that will let users create a Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard-compatible startup CD for its DiskWarrior 4 Version 4.1 directory repair utility. The CD is a universal startup disc for PowerPC- and Intel-based Macs. Of course, Alsoft's word "universal"...; Tags: Apple Macintosh, Disk, CD, Startup Disk, Leopard, Apple Mac OS, Apple Mac OS X, Desktops, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware, David Morgenstern; Blog posts 2008-03-18

Cryogenically frozen RAM bypasses all disk encryption methods: Cryogenically frozen RAM bypasses all disk encryption methodsYour correct.If you lock up your system and store in a safe when not in use then no one can get to it. As long you are using and in possession of the computer they can't do this. Also for those who are...; Tags: Memory, RAM, disk encryption method, Cryogenically, disk encryption; Discussion threads 2008-02-22
News to know: Microsoft interoperability; Bypassing filevault; Woz; Black Hat; More benchmarks: Notable headlines: Mary Jo Foley: Microsoft pledges interoperability--again Reading the fine print on Microsoft's new open-source promises Larry Dignan: Microsoft's real game: Open interoperability protects its stack Dana Gardner: Microsoft on open APIs: New tune or blowing more smoke? Dana Blankenhorn:...; Tags: Black Hat, Interoperability, Disk, Dana Blankenhorn, Apple MacBook, Microsoft Corp., Notebooks, Hardware, Notebooks & Tablets, Larry Dignan; Blog posts 2008-02-22
Cryogenically frozen RAM bypasses all disk encryption methods: Computer encryption technologies have all relied on one key assumption that RAM Random Access Memory is volatile and that all content is lost when power is lost. That key assumption is now being fundamentally challenged with a $7 can of compressed air and it's enough to give every security...; Tags: Software, Disk, RAM, USB, Computer, Memory, Semiconductors, Hardware, Components, George Ou; Blog posts 2008-02-21
Images: How to bypass filevault, BitLocker security: Researchers claim they can bypass encryption on file systems including Apple's FileVault. We hand them an encrypted OS X laptop and dare them to do their worst. by CNET News.com; Tags: Apple Mac OS X, Operating Systems, Security, Software, Apple Mac OS, CNET News.com; Image galleries 2008-02-21
Leopard suffers the post release blues: A few weeks ago I wondered out loud about how Leopard would be received by the masses. Like Vista it's long awaited, like Vista the launch was delayed, and like Vista, I got the impression that Apple rushed a bit to get it out of the door because the Mac...; Tags: Apple Macintosh, Operating System, Microsoft Windows Vista, Bug, Leopard, Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Operating Systems, Microsoft Windows, Software, Adrian Kingsley-Hughes; Blog posts 2007-11-01
Apple Login & Keychain Update (dmg): The Login & Keychain Update 1.0 for Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard is recommended for all Leopard installations. It addresses issues you may encounter when Logging in with an account originally created in Mac OS X 10.1 or earlier that has a password of 8 or more characters; Connecting to...; Tags: Apple Macintosh, Password, Apple Inc., Apple Mac OS X, Apple Mac OS, Operating Systems, Desktops, Software, Hardware; Software downloads 2007-10-31
I got bitten by the Apple Leopard blue screen problem: I got bitten by the Apple Leopard blue screen problemWhere are all the Mac fanbois lambasting Apple for this?No surprise...they'll somehow spin this into a non-issue and somehow different because it's Apple.Clean install is the only way to upgradeI hate to say it, but that is the only thing that...; Tags: Desktops, Operating systems, Apple Macintosh, Apple Inc., clean install; Discussion threads 2007-10-27
The iPhone security non-story: David Maynor is hoarding his Safari browser flaws with his eyes on the iPhone.As far back as January, hackers were asking questions about the iPhone CPU and preparing for attack scenarios.The first hacker that breaks into the iPhone will generate lots of headlines/publicity but that's right about where this story...; Tags: Zero-day attacks, Vulnerability research, Viruses and Worms, Spyware and Adware, Spam and Phishing, Responsible disclosure, Punditocracy, Pen testing, Patch Watch, Passwords, Open source, Metasploit, Hackers, Exploit code, Digital rights management, Data theft, Browsers, Botnets, Apple; Blog posts 2007-06-26
Securing OS X 10.4: Tips from Apple and the NSA: Apple and the National Security Administration NSA have published a security guide for Mac OS 10.4 with key highlights on network administration, securing Safari and the importance of physical security.As Jason OGrady points out, the guide is helpful to anyone that works with a number of Macs. And the 171-page...; Tags: Desktops, Operating systems, Apple Macintosh, Apple Mac OS, computer, Apple Mac OS X, Apple Computer Inc., Mac OS 9, security; Blog posts 2007-03-22
Report: Vista's business sales stronger than expected: Report: Vista's business sales stronger than expectedGee, so much for the MS bashers andtheir dooms day predictions...Coming soon: Vista Mobile?That could be an answer to the new OS X for the iPhone which is highly hyped, but nothing out of this world (OS X is a good OS on its...; Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Corp.; Discussion threads 2007-01-11
Microsoft's private folders become a public headache: Microsoft's private folders become a public headacheand what did you expect from the best coders in the worldthat Micro$oft has to offer .Microsoft's private folders become a public headacheHeadache? Turned into a black eye? Not in the least bit. It was one whiney incompetent sys admin who didn't...; Tags: Microsoft Windows XP, Patches, private folder, password, Microsoft Corp.; Discussion threads 2006-07-17
Microsoft unveils new betas for Office, Vista: Microsoft unveils new betas for Office, VistaYep ...... while it remains to be seen, Vista certainly DOES have some ME-ness about it. I think it's going to be a nightmare once it hits the streets, so hopefully they've got the successor in line already.Linux Geek, while I appreciate your...; Tags: Operating systems, UNIX, OPEN SOURCE, Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Microsoft Windows, Linux, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Office; Discussion threads 2006-05-23
Minnesota court takes dim view of encryption: Minnesota court takes dim view of encryptionWhat the $#@%?Just because I have encryption software I am now a criminal? What are these guys smokin? This means that everyone with a network that uses encryption for email or whatever reason are also criminals?This has gone tooooooo freakin far!!!!Arrest Me...; Tags: encryption; Discussion threads 2005-05-24
Mac OS X Combined Update (3): This software updates Mac OS X 10.3, 10.3.1, 10.3.2, 10.3.3, 10.3.4, 10.3.5, 10.3.6, or 10.3.7 to 10.3.9. If you have version 10.3.8 use the Delta Update instead. Delivers improved compatibility and reliability for Mac OS X v10.3 Panther and is recommended for all users. Improvements include: network volumes are...; Tags: Apple Macintosh, Network, Apple Inc., USB, Apple Mac OS X, Apple Mac OS, Bluetooth, FireWire, Desktops, Operating Systems, Wi-Fi, Software, Wireless, Consumer Electronics, Personal Technology, Hardware; Software downloads 2005-05-05
Mac users face rare virus: Mac users face rare virusDuh!"I'm not sure how this could be guarded against," he said."How about not giving it your admin password when it tries to install itself?Of course, not installing software from untrustworthy sites might also be a good idea.I applaud Macs and Linuxfor having very rare occurrences of...; Tags: Cyberthreats, Spyware, adware & malware, Spyware, Viruses and worms, Apple Mac OS X, Desktops, SECURITY, virus, Apple Macintosh, trojan horse, Apple Mac OS; Discussion threads 2004-10-25