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  • DNS exploits are happening

    A fatal flaw with the DNS (Domain Name System) was currently being exploited in internet attacks and more attacks were likely, the security researcher who discovered the flaw said on Thursday in the US

  • Kaminsky details DNS flaw

    Security researcher Dan Kaminsky has offered more details about a fundamental flaw in the Domain Name System and the extent of the vulnerability.

  • Microsoft to patch zero-day DNS flaw

    Microsoft on Tuesday plans to release seven security bulletins, including a fix for a zero-day flaw in Windows that is already being used in cyberattacks.

  • DNS servers 'vulnerable to attack'

    Many DNS servers are wrongly configured or running out-of-date software, leaving them vulnerable to malicious attacks, according to a survey published on Monday.

  • 50 percent of DNS servers vulnerable

    Security around DNS servers is still a serious issue for network administrators, even though new servers such as BIND 9 are more secure, according to a new survey released this week.

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  • Take notice of three serious new BIND/DNS flaws

    DNS runs the Internet, and in most cases, BIND is the underlying DNS software being used. Any BIND/DNS flaws are serious business, and now admins need to address three new, critical BIND vulnerabilities.

  • How to improve DNS security

    It's no surprise that domain name system (DNS) servers are vulnerable to a multitude of attacks, which can come in several forms. Here are tips on how to overcome these problems.

  • 10 security problems unique to IT

    Organisations face a host of security concerns driven by the power of technology and the vulnerabilities inherent in its use. IT pros have to be vigilant about all these issues, from system penetration threats to hardware portability to employee turnover.

  • System exploits: Are you prepared?

    CIOs and IT managers are having to protect systems from an increasing range of exploits. ZDNet Australia looks at some tips and analysis about what to look out for.

  • Top 10 Linux, Unix threats

    The FBI and SANS have released an updated list of the most exploited threats in Linux/Unix systems.

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