Monthly Archives: August 2010

A successful web chat

We'd like to express a heartfelt thanks to Adobe's Brad Arkin, Mozilla's Johnathan Nightingale, and the many people who observed and contributed to yesterday's web chat. The topic, applications' role in protecting users from badware, proved interesting and engaging. You … Continue reading

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Web chat: Applications’ role in protecting users from badware

Badware often installs itself by taking advantage of bugs or exploits in software on the user's computer. While some of these exploits are in the operating system or default web browser, badware increasingly is targeting other applications and browser plug-ins. … Continue reading

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The continuing evolution of StopBadware

As StopBadware and the environment in which we operate evolve, we continually evaluate where to focus our resources and attention. Over the next couple of months, we'll be making a few changes that reflect our current priorities. Hiring a "raconteur," … Continue reading

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Save the date: Upcoming web chat

Save the date! On Thursday, August 26, from 1-2 pm EDT, StopBadware will host a web chat on the topic "The role of third-party applications in protecting users from badware." The featured "speakers" will be Brad Arkin, director of privacy … Continue reading

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Now hiring a professional raconteur!

StopBadware is hiring! If you know someone looking for a full-time communications job here in Harvard Square, be sure to refer him/her to the job description.

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Americans want security, don’t know how to get it

A study released today by the National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA) and the Anti-Phishing Working Group (APWG) indicates that most Americans are genuinely concerned about online safety and security. Furthermore, according to the study, they recognize their responsibility to contribute … Continue reading

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