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	from Tony Bradley, CISSP-ISSAP This week on the site I posted a few different topics including the lack of consequences for TJX from their data breach, news of a data breach at Monster.com, and a discussion of the legality or ethics of 'piggybacking' on insecure wireless networks. If you care to share your opinion on any of these subjects, you can do so in the Forums (the link is in the left pane toward the bottom). Also, remember to spread the word and share the wealth. If a story or link is relevant to someone you know, pass it along or tell them about it. Tell your friends, family and co-workers about the site and about this weekly newsletter.
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A Third of Mobile Workers 'Steal' WiFi Connections According to an article in The Register, one in three mobile workers admit that they have connected to insecure wireless networks that were not intended for public use. The study, conducted in partnership between Cisco and the United States National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA), found various interpretations of what is 'ethical' and a variety of excuses or reasons for why people do it. There have been a few cases lately of people being caught...read more             More Topics Protect Your PC From Malware Advanced Computer Security Don't Close That Pop-Up Window! Why You Should Encrypt Your Email Product and Book Reviews Clear Your Page File Configure and Maintain AutoComplete Monster.com Data is Breached Symantec notified Monster.com that they were under attack on August 17. Attackers using a web server in Ukraine, with credentials gathered using a Trojan, were able to gain access to a secured web server in the United States containing resumes of Monster.com subscribers. Monster.com did not...read more   TJX Allocates $2.60 Per Compromised Card What is your time and peace of mind worth? How much would you expect in return for having to get your credit cards re-issued and diligently monitor your credit report and be leary of identity theft for who-knows-how-long? TJX figures that $2.60 ought to do the trick. I don't know about you, but my time is worth more than that. I wasn't affected. But, if I was, even if I only had to invest an hour...read more     Sponsored Links   Help for Busy Moms Help for Busy Moms Get help for handling those busy days. From planning meals to having fun in the great outdoors, find tips for helping your kids grow and thrive. Learn more

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