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Weaponised doc files targeting Apple Mac users spotted by AlienVault
posted on 02/04/2012

A family of weaponised doc (MS-Office) files have been discovered by AlienVault. These weaponised doc files - in the wild are targeting the Apple Mac platform, which the company says is highly unusual given the low incidence of Apple Mac vulnerabilities. According to Jaime Blasco, a researcher at AlienVault, the Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) solutions specialist, the fact that the weaponised attacks are already in the wild is of concern, as it means that regular Mac users - many of whom do not have the kind of IT security software on their machines that their Windows colleagues do - are vulnerable to infection and computer hijacking. The hackers behind this latest family of attacks are the same anti-Tibetan group that Blasco has been tracking and written about in several weeks. The pro-Chinese hackers are, he says, continuing to escalate the cold war - which has existed between the two countries for more than 60 years - into cyberspace. "What is interesting abo... [more]

Invitation to trial the free, open beta of CertiVox’s new secure information exchange platform
posted on 23/03/2012

If you are one of the millions of people who understand the importance of encrypting your personal data for all things Internet, then you’ll appreciate the opportunity to be part of an exclusive opportunity to try the new open beta of CertiVox’s much anticipated PrivateSky Secure Information Exchange (S.I.X.)™ platform. This new, free service provides fast, one-click encryption for messages, files and other information; a solid solution that finally make it safe, and easy, to do business in the cloud. It’s a fact: HTTPS / SSL simply do not secure your data in totality. Other encryption programs are multi-step, time-consuming and confusing. But the PrivateSky S.I.X.™ platform uses breakthrough patent(s)-pending Incognito Keys™, the industry's first sophisticated, certificateless key management system, and an HTML5 two-factor authentication technology to protect your information and ensure that no one, not even CertiVox, can see your data. The process is easily activated by the click o... [more]

ASSA ABLOY's access control presented at IFSEC 2012
posted on 22/03/2012

ASSA ABLOY will showcase at IFSEC 2012 (stand C50 hall 4) its range of industry-leading technology-based security and access control solutions, including its popular Aperio™ enabling technology. Aperio™ uses smart technology to enable the wireless conversion of mechanical locks into existing access control systems with minimal door modification, allowing easy and cost effective expansion of existing systems within refurbished or remodeled public and commercial buildings. ASSA ABLOY will also be showcasing Abloy’s CLIQ Remote; an internet-based security management system that allows programming of cylinders, padlocks and keys to provide remote access control across disparate sites requiring high levels of security within existing master key systems. ASSA ABLOY’s HiO (Highly Intelligent Opening) technology for electronic door components will also be on display. This future-proof system provides advanced diagnostic information by building intelligence into each device instead of a cen... [more]

Introducing the 2nd Guangzhou International Lock Industry Expo, April 16th-18th, 2012, Guangzhou Jinhan Exhibition Center
posted on 21/03/2012

In China, lock industry has increased gradually because of the promotion of some pillar industries’ development like housing industry and car industry. While the economy of developed countries like Europe & America, Germany, Japan, etc., recovers gradually, the economy of our nation maintains a sustained and rapid development, and is more competitive in export. The second Guangzhou International Lock Industry Expo is the first professional commercial platform for lock displaying, exchanging and cooperation and will be held at the period as Canton Fair. GILIE 2012 is a good opportunity to establish contacts and build commercial platform thanks of its international, professional operation, wide coverage of media publicity and multitudinous industry elites. GILIE 2011 was held at the same period with the 109th Canton Fair successfully on April 17th-19th with 6000m2 exhibition areas. With careful planning by best professionals and operating by the strong team for half a year the fair ... [more]

FAAC swing gates installed at Roselands Primary School in Hertfordshire
posted on 16/03/2012

With more than 40 years’ experience, FAAC is a world leader in gate and door automation. The company has manufacturing and development facilities in Italy and Ireland and distributes its products in more than 90 countries. Within the UK, FAAC (UK) based in Basingstoke is the market leader in both residential and commercial markets, which it serves through a national network of 800 approved installers, all trained to FAAC’s high standards. FAAC 400 swing gate operators have been used to automate the main entrance/exit gates for pedestrian and vehicle access to Roselands Primary School in Hertfordshire. The new gate system is equipped with a range of safety devices to minimise the risk to users, while ensuring the school remains a safe and secure environment for its staff and pupils. Darwin Security was called in to replace the existing entrance/exit gate system due to structural movement caused by the heavy clay soil base. To avoid future movement, the new FAAC operated gates have b... [more]

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