Phreaked Out
13 September 2012
Well-publicised hacking exploits often meet with mingled respect and amusement. But, in reality it can be costly, embarrassing and potentially disastrous
Whether it’s an attack on Microsoft’s e-mail systems, a mischievous bug intended to crash global computer systems or an attempt to steal confidential information, the dangers and methods of hacking are expanding as fast as companies adopt new computer systems. Some hackers just want to show how clever they are, but others are out to steal information or money, or aim...