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Cyber Warfare On The Net Iii By: Larry Isaacson
It looks like the Stuxnet virus that has infected the nuclear systems of the Iranians is far more effective than previously disclosed. Between Nov. 16th and 22nd, the uranium enrichment facilities at Natanz were shut down due to "power fluctuations". It turns out that 5000 of the 8000 centrifuges were damaged beyond repair and the Iranians are at an impasse as to how to eliminate the virus.
A second version of the Stuxnet malware has attacked the turbines of the Bushehr nuclear plant and rendered that facility inoperative. All this without sending dozens of planes or missiles in an effort to bring the Iranian nuclear program to a halt. America and the Israelis are the usual suspects, and the fact that the virus has been found to be resident on computers in China and elsewhere, but dormant in its effects, leads credence to this supposition. Efforts to remove the virus are more dangerous than leaving it be, since attempts to remove it seem to activate its worst characteristics. The fact that it remains extremely elusive in the network backup systems where it has been found to take up residence renders this virus an amazing advance in military technology.
Security firms whose job it is to help users eliminate viral infections of this sort on their computers have noted an alarming and continuing rise in requests for help in combating the Stuxnet virus coming from Iran. A corporate officer from a security firm whose name he refused to disclose, stated that "Our traffic from Iran has really spiked. Iran now represents 14.9 percent of total traffic, surpassing the United States with a total of 12.1 percent. Given the different population sizes, that is a significant number." This is despite the fact that many of these requests for help are disguised and otherwise cloaked in secrecy.
The killing of Majid Shahriari in an explosion and the serious injuries to an associate physicist at the same university in Iran also add credibility to this secret war being undertaken against Iran. Professor Shahriari was said to be Iran's major expert on computer codes and cyber war and headed the team established by the Iranian government to try and limit the tremendous damage being done to their nuclear capabilities. His death is another blow to efforts to contain the continuing depredations of this virus.
J.R. Dunn, a writer who has written extensively on this virus, concludes: "A cyber warhead of this sophistication represents an evolution even more profound than the introduction of ironclads in the Civil War or aircraft in WWI." Let's hope that it remains in the hands of our friends, and continues to be a hornet's nest for our enemies.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-12-22)
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How Do I Recover Corrupt Foxpro Memo Files? By: Recovery Toolbox Inc
How do I recover corrupt FoxPro memo files?(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-12-22)
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Tips To Buy Wow Accounts And Keep Them Secure For A Lifetime By: Thomas Williums
One of the most popular MMORPG game is the World of Warcraft nicknamed as WoW and the game in real sense is sure to wow all players.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-12-22)
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Mcitp Is A Good Way By: yvonne
Microsoft does not only create opportunities they also show their support in cultivating the skills of these people. They offer the best learning experience that includes exceptional study material, computer training, classroom training and as well as online classes.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-12-22)
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Measure Your Ability To Manage And Maintain A Microsoft 70-291 By: yvonne
Our Absolute Admission Amalgamation will adapt you for your assay with affirmed results, before added Microsoft 70-291 Labs, or our competitor's comatose Microsoft 70-291 Abstraction Guide.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-12-22)
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Buy Wow Accounts : Things To Consider By: morganabell
Now you would like to see how good is the account you wish to buy.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-12-22)
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How To Open Corrupt Pdf Files? By: Recovery Toolbox Inc
How to open corrupt PDF files?(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-12-22)
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How To Fix Corrupted Excel Files? By: Recovery Toolbox Inc
How to fix corrupted Excel files?(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-12-22)
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An Article Covering Some Of The Great Advantages Of Building A New Conservatory On Your House By: Isabell Isai
A conservatory can be a worthwhile addition to your home because if it is fitted professionally, it can increase the value of your home.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-12-21)
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Mozilla Has Developed Program For Information Security To Reward Experts To Find Vulnerabilities By: Peter Martin
Software developers and vendors of security products are faced with the challenge of developing secured products. However, it is difficult to anticipate and identify all vulnerabilities in advance.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-12-21)
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