Security News

Chrome to Issue Red "Not Secure" Warning for HTTP
2018-05-18 11:20

Google is putting yet another nail in the HTTP coffin: starting with Chrome 70, pages that are not served over a secure connection will be marked with a red warning. read more

As the Web moves toward HTTPS by default, Chrome will remove “secure” indicator
2018-05-17 18:46

The browser is changing to flag the things that are dangerous, not the ones that are safe.

Rowhammer strikes networks, Bolton strikes security jobs, and Nigel Thornberry strikes Chrome, and more
2018-05-12 12:00

Hacking laws in the limelight in Georgia and DC, plus new iPhone anti-tampering Roundup This week saw hackers exploit train wi-fi connections, while IBM cut off worker thumb(drive)s, and world+dog...

Vega Stealer Malware Takes Aim at Chrome, Firefox
2018-05-11 19:44

While it’s a simple payload for now, researchers said Vega has the ability to evolve into something more concerning in the future.

Chrome 66 Update Patches Critical Security Flaw
2018-05-11 15:44

An updated version of Chrome 66 is now available, which addresses a Critical security vulnerability that could allow an attacker to take over a system. read more

7 Chrome Extensions Spreading Through Facebook Caught Stealing Passwords
2018-05-11 10:33

Luring users on social media to visit lookalike version of popular websites that pop-up a legitimate-looking Chrome extension installation window is one of the most common modus operandi of...

Chrome Browser Now Enforces Certificate Transparency
2018-05-02 18:53

Effective May 1, Google’s Chrome browser will display a warning when encountering certificates that are not compliant with the Chromium Certificate Transparency (CT) Policy. read more

Bitcoin hijackers found at least one sucker for scam Chrome extension
2018-05-01 04:02

Victim of 'FacexWorm' malware clicked on random link from Facebook Messenger Security researchers have caught a Bitcoin-hijacking Chrome extension that only managed to grab one BitCoin transaction...

All Chrome OS Devices Now Protected Against Meltdown
2018-04-30 19:56

The latest version of Chrome OS now keeps all devices protected from Meltdown, Google says.   read more

Cloud-surfing orgs under attack, Microsoft antivirus for Chrome, Windows 10 S bypass, non-RSA gigs, and more
2018-04-21 11:06

Your guide to this week in infosec Roundup Here's a roundup of this week's security news, beyond what we've already covered.…