FBI takes out $14M DNS malware operation

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	FBI takes out $14M DNS malware operation US law enforcement today said it had smashed what it called a massive, sophisticated Internet fraud scheme that injected malware in more than four million computers in over 100 countries while generating $14 million in illegitimate income. Of the computers infected with malware, at least 500,000 were in the United States, including computers belonging to U.S. government agencies, such as NASA. ... Read More RESOURCE COMPLIMENTS OF: Sophos Free Mobile Security Toolkit from Sophos Get resources to help you secure smartphones and tablets plus educate your users on mobile security risks. 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Based upon the recently-published ESG Research Report, "U.S. Advanced Persistent Threat Analysis," these tried-and-true security methods are no longer enough. Read... Read More Lookout Mobile Security plans expansion outside the US After winning over U.S. operators with its security software for Android phones, Lookout Mobile Security is turning to Europe to find new networks ready to install or promote its software on the phones they distribute. Read More Underground calling service helps cybercriminals extract sensitive info Researchers from security vendor Trusteer have come across a professional calling service that caters to cybercriminals. The business offers to extract sensitive information needed for bank fraud and identity theft from individuals. 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