500,000 computer infected with webcam malware

By Larry Neumeister & Toby Sterling NEW YORK >> More than a half million computers in more than 100 countries were infected by sophisticated malware that lets cybercriminals take over a computer and hijack its webcam, authorities said as charges were announced Monday against more than 100 people worldwide. The malware lets hackers steal personal […]

Chuck Schumer wants to stop Smart TV Webcam Spying

U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer of New York is calling on major television manufacturers to come up with a uniform standard of security to be used in all new internet and video-enabled televisions that would prevent hackers from spying on consumers. The new so-called “smart TV’s” feature embedded cameras and microphones like the ones found in […]