Authorities link 100 people in US, Egypt to 'phishing' identity theft schemeOctober 7th, 2009 Agents arrest dozens for theft scheme in US, EgyptLOS ANGELES — Authorities said Wednesday they have arrested 33 people in breaking up a crime ring in the U.S. and Egypt in which an elaborate "phishing" scam bilked bank customers out of at least $1 million.
FBI arrests dozens in US and overseas for alleged 'phishing' identity theft schemeOctober 7th, 2009 FBI arrests dozens for 'phishing' ID theft schemeLOS ANGELES — The FBI is arresting dozens of people in the United States and overseas to crack an identity theft ring that victimized thousands of people. Laura Eimiller, an FBI spokeswoman in Los Angeles, says agents are making arrests Wednesday morning in Southern California, Nevada, North Carolina and overseas.
Authorities charge nearly 100 people in US, Egypt with 'phishing' identity theft schemeOctober 7th, 2009 Nearly 100 charged in US, Egypt in ID theft schemeLOS ANGELES — U.S. and Egyptian authorities have charged nearly 100 people with helping an identity theft ring steal money from thousands of bank accounts.
Dealertrack Holdings upgrading service that tracks identity theft preventionOctober 5th, 2009 Dealertrack upgrading identity theft trackerLAKE SUCCESS, N.Y. — Dealertrack Holdings Inc., which makes software for auto dealers, said Monday it has upgraded a service that tracks identity theft prevention.
One in Ten in UK "Victim of ID Crimes"August 10th, 2006 Nearly one in 10 people in UK believe they have fallen victim to identity fraud, according to a survey of 2,200 adults by YouGov. People aged under 30 are most prone to falling victim because they are the poorest at protecting personal details, the survey suggests.
Man pleads not guilty in Omaha to hacking scheme affecting TD Ameritrade, othersJuly 10th, 2009 Second man arrested in brokerage hacking schemeOMAHA, Neb. — A man has pleaded not guilty to participating in a scheme to access online brokerage accounts to jack up stock prices and reap thousands of dollars in illegal profits.
Phishy e-mails falling as scammers switch tactics, IBM security researchers sayAugust 26th, 2009 'Phishing' drops; are scammers switching tactics?SAN FRANCISCO — Internet criminals might be rethinking a favorite scam for stealing people's personal information. A report being released Wednesday by IBM Corp.
Myspace drug ring community busted after a mother alerts police May 6th, 2009 Phoenix-area mother helps bust Ecstasy ring
PHOENIX — Police are crediting a Phoenix-area mother's tip for the dismantling of an drug ring that even had a price list posted on MySpace. The woman's call to the Maricopa County Methamphetamine Task Force last week helped authorities find the dealers' MySpace page.
Novell Identity Manager Bags Best Identity Manager Award by InfoWorldJanuary 5th, 2006 Novell(R) Identity Manager was chosen as "Best Identity Manager" in InfoWorld's 2006 Technology of the Year Awards. Winners for this prestigious annual award are selected by InfoWorld test center analysts who judge products based on innovation and effectiveness.
Google Earth may help shed light on origins of African wildlifeApril 29th, 2009 WASHINGTON - A scientist has used the help of Google Earth in discovering a trove of mammal fossils that may shed light on the origins of African wildlife. The scientist in question is University of Michigan paleontologist Philip Gingerich, who learned of a whale fossil from Egypt that had been discovered in a most unconventional way.
Now distributed security approach to curb cyber crimeJune 16th, 2009 WASHINGTON - A new approach to online security, based on distributed sanctions, could help prevent cybercrime, fraud and identity theft, according to a report. Susan Brenner, of the University of Dayton School of Law, and Leo Clarke, of the Thomas M.
Raja promises extension of tax benefits for IT firmsJune 1st, 2009 NEW DELHI - The IT industry has reasons to rejoice as Communication and IT Minister A. Raja Monday promised the extension of tax benefits under the Software Technology Park of India (STPI) scheme, which is due to expire by March 2010.
Sun adds Java based Identity Tools to Software LineupJune 21st, 2005 Sun this week will release two servers in its identity management line designed to help corporate users jumpstart federation projects with partners and to aid service providers such as telcos in provisioning users on a massive scale. The new software offerings are Sun Java System Federation Manager, a server that will help companies hook partners into their secure infrastructure, and a Service Provider Edition of Sun's Identity Manager software for extranet provisioning that includes self-registration, the ability to share account information and auditing tools.
Husband invited a man to rape his wife through Craigslist. Can we get rid of 'erotic section' now?June 4th, 2009 Police: Husband arranged wife's rape on CraigslistKANNAPOLIS, N.C. — A North Carolina husband used the online advertising service Craigslist to enlist a man to rape his wife in the couple's home, police said Wednesday.
How to keep your password safe from data hackers, cyber thievesApril 14th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Last year, one out of 13 people lost money due to internet fraud and identity theft, says a recent report. However, you can insure your password and data by following these easy-to-follow tips.Always keep the cyber thieves guessing.
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