Research on browser weaknesses triggers attacks

Wednesday, July 30, 2008 - 15:35 in Mathematics & Economics

IBM's X-Force says cyber-criminals are using public research on Web browser weaknesses to launch attacks before most users are even aware of their vulnerability. The mid-year report from the security group indicates that organized criminals are adopting new automated techniques and strategies that allow them to exploit vulnerabilities much faster than ever before.

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