For the first time in my life I encountered a botnet. I know how they work of course, but this was the first time I actually saw a computer infected by one. It was tasked with sending SPAM to ICQ network users. The creator's skills are undeniable. Despite decent protection it was taken down. Unfortunately it's just a drop in the ocean.
Just as the internet changes every day, online security has to keep up. Below you'll find a few links to useful resources on internet security and privacy.
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News from the national team CSIRT.CZ...
In November I was contacted by the Municipal Library in Cheb asking whether I could introduce their readers to the hazards of the internet. Cheb is far away, but the journey is pretty manageable — you can work on the train — so I accepted and started thinking about the content...