40,000-plus Web sites infected in 'Beladen' Web attacks

Apple patches 10 critical QuickTime bugs; Dump the File Cabinet and Scan Your Important Papers Security Alert NetworkWorld.com | Update Your Profile Sponsored by BigFix Optimizing IT Budgets Discover how to help IT managers work within budget constraints by offering: Fast implementation, High Return on Investment (ROI), Low Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). Spotlight Story 40,000-plus Web sites infected in 'Beladen' Web attacks More than 40,000 Web sites were compromised over the weekend via SQL-injection attacks with malware that attempts to push visitors to a site dishing out malicious software, according to a security firm. Read full story Related News: Hackers tweet, infect Twitter users with scareware The latest attack to hit Twitter is a "security nightmare" and marks the first time hackers have taken to using the micro-blogging site for profit, a researcher said today. Apple patches 10 critical QuickTime bugs Apple on Monday patched 10 critical vulnerabilities in QuickTime, including one that was hinted at in a Mac hacking book three months ago. Dump the File Cabinet and Scan Your Important Papers Sue Bulot wants advice about digitizing all of her important papers. June Giveaways Cisco Subnet and Microsoft Subnet are giving away training from Global Knowledge to two lucky readers and 15 copies each of books on IPv6 security, the Cisco Secure Firewall Services Module, and Active Directory Domain Services 2008. Deadline for entries June 30. Evolution of Ethernet From 3Mbps over shared coax to 40/100Gbps over fiber…and beyond. Apple iPhoneys: The 4G edition iPhone enthusiasts from around the Web offer their visions for the next-gen iPhone. ESG: Why DR is Getting Harder According to data from the Enterprise Strategy Group (ESG), companies that have adopted WAN optimization technologies have realized significant DR benefits. If you have delayed implementing a DR solution because of high network costs and the ability to achieve desired RPOs, WAN optimization should be considered. Learn ESG's perspective on the best way to implement a DR strategy. Learn more.   June 03, 2009 TOP STORIES | MOST DUGG STORIES Nine management apps that won't bust your budget The rise of personal 'Mi-Fi' hotspots Windows 7 alluring, but XP is the migration factor YouTube hit by porn storm 20 years after Tiananmen, China containing dissent online Ubuntu Desktop: Plenty of sizzle, not much steak Microsoft warns of DirectX attack on XP, WS2003 in the wild Bing: A visual tour of what's new Obama announces new cybersecurity direction Top four tips to fight off botnet denial-of-service attack Holistic Approach to Business Security Take a business-level view of security and risk management, so you can prioritize security activities and focus on those that make the most strategic sense. With this white paper, learn to direct resources to mitigate risk and costs, and see how IBM enterprise security can optimize business results. Learn More Compare products, get advice, and check out tests and reviews from the experts at Network World. Over 70 categories. Visit now   This email was sent to security.world@gmail.com Complimentary Subscriptions Available for newsletter subscribers. Receive 50 issues of Network World Magazines, in print or electronic format, free of charge. Apply here. Terms of Service/Privacy   Subscription Services Update your profile To subscribe or unsubscribe to any Network World newsletter, change your e-mail address or contact us, click here. Unsubscribe Network World, Inc., 492 Old Connecticut Path, Framingham, MA 01701 Copyright Network World, Inc., 2009 www.networkworld.com