Category Archives: Security

Apple’s fixed a serious OS X security flaw, but only for Yosemite users

Apple has announced that it found a serious security flaw in OS X, but will only fix it for users of the latest version. If you aren't running Yosemite, which was updated yesterday with the relevant patch, then you'd better get it, and quick. http://www.engadget.com/2015/04/10/osx-security-flaw/?ncid=txtlnkusaolp00000602
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The Best Free Antivirus for 2015 | PCMag.com

Going without antivirus protection should never be an option. Even if you don't care about your own computer, leaving it unprotected can let cyber-pirates can take control behind the scenes and use it to participate in DDoS and other attacks. If you have any computers without antivirus software, you need to add some protection right…
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CRTC issuing the first major fine under its new anti-spam law

Watch out! Thought the anti-spam law was toothless? Think again. The CRTC has issued its first fine under Canada’s anti-spam law. Compu-Finder has 30 days to contest the CRTC’s ruling or a face a penalty of $1.1-million. The CRTC alleges the company sent commercial emails to consumers without their consent and did not allow recipients…
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