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Security firm Vupen says it has found several serious security loopholes in the new Windows 8 operating system (OS). However, another security expert says he's not worried about the issues. Vupen operates in a gray area of the computer security ... market. Like other security firms, it hunts for flaws in popular software. But it doesn't always pass on its findings to the companies that produce the software. Instead, Vupen often sells its data to government agencies and major corporations. (Source: geek.com ) "Multiple Vulnerabilities" Found: Vupen CEO That's why eyebrows were raised ... (view more)

The hacking group Anonymous claims it successfully stole data from security firm Symantec on Monday, November 5, 2012. However, Symantec denies the claim. Anonymous also claims to have gained access to servers belonging to ImageShack, a service that ... hosts pictures online. However, there has been no independent confirmation of that reported security breach, either. November 5th is an important date for Anonymous because it marks the anniversary of Guido 'Guy' Fawkes' attempt to blow up the English Parliament buildings in 1606. In England the event is remembered as 'Guy Fawkes Day.' Over time ... (view more)