Microsoft released information about an unpatched vulnerability affecting Internet Explorer (IE) users. The threat is capable of fooling users into installing malware and stealing information. A bug in MIME HTML protocol handler can be exploited by attackers allowing them to run scripts within IE. The threat affects all supported versions of Windows; XP, Vista and 7.
VeraCode Launched Free Detection Service
VeraCode Inc. released the Veracode Free XSS Detection Service which will allow developers and security experts to quickly and easily detect XSS errors and makes recommendations on how to remediate the problem(s).
MPAA Hits 50 Torrent Sites
The Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) together with the Dutch anti-piracy group BRIEN worked together to shut down 12 American torrent sites and 39 other sites abroad. The names of targeted torrent sites hasn't been released yet.
IRS Provides IRS2Go App For iOS and Android
The IRS has made tracking your tax return after you've filed a cinch with their new App, IRS2Go. The App allows you to see the status of your refund, and to see if your return has been accepted.
Airport Uses Hologram "Staff Members"
Manchester Airport in the UK has revealed two 2-d hologram staff members that will help to speed up lines by reminding travellers of the rules and regulations of flying. The Airport states, "The technology has been developed in conjunction with Musion, and uses a texture that is carefully prepared during manufacture to retain maximum transparency and strength. The resulting surface betters that of a glass mirror, allowing the reproduction of high definition video at such high quality that they look real. So much so that passengers at Manchester Airport have been seen presenting their passports to the holograms!"
Scientist Working to Grow Foodstock In Lab
Scientist Vladimir Mironov has been working for the past decade to perfect a method of growing meat in a lab that will be used for human consumption. So far funding for this bioengineering of "cultured meat" is having a rough time securing funding for the science.
Apple & Google, The Password Killers?
Apple may be looking into developing biometric technology that will dismiss the need of a user password. Instead other technologies such as a biometric ID coupled with wireless technology are being tested. Google is also looking into developing similar technology where the traditional password may be done away with. Part of the new password system will involve using smartphones to gain access to networks, computer systems and restricted physical areas.
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