Just how dangerous was 2013 hack on Microsoft's database?
Microsoft’s database for tracking bugs in its software was broken into by a highly sophisticated hacking group, according to five former employees.
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US court set to rule on Microsoft’s international data privacy spat
The decision will determine whether US government officials can access data from Microsoft's servers in other regions.
Adobe moves to patch Flash vulnerability
Adobe has warned that hackers are exploiting vulnerabilities in its Flash multimedia software platform in web browsers.
Qualcomm launches lawsuits to ban iPhones in China
Qualcomm confirms reports it has filed lawsuits in China aimed at halting the manufacture and sale of Apple iPhones in the country.
Samsung to “start anew” as CEO decides to step down
Samsung's CEO has decided to step down, as the company forecast record third-quarter profits on the back of soaring memory chip prices.
Samsung heir hauls in defence for jail term reprieve
The heir to South Korea's Samsung Group begins the appeal of his five-year jail term for corruption.
Alibaba launches $15B international R&D initiative
Alibaba Group is launching a US$15 billion drive to build overseas research hubs.
Kaspersky faces fresh claims amid hacking furore
Israeli intelligence officials spying on Russian government hackers found they were using Kaspersky Lab antivirus software, media reports have claimed.
Samsung surfs memory chip wave amid Note 7 rebound
Samsung Electronics is expected to forecast a record third-quarter profit on Friday thanks to the strong market for memory chips.
Deloitte denies hack exposed 350 clients
Deloitte has disputed reports that a hack which was revealed in September compromised information of some 350 of its clients.
Symantec chief flags source code reviews as an unacceptable risk
Symantec is no longer allowing governments to review the source code of its software over fears it might compromise the security of its products.
HP's $1.1B buyout of Samsung's printer business gets green light
China has said it has approved HP Inc's US$1.1 billion purchase of Samsung Electronics' printer business.
Toshiba chip unit to go public after Bain Capital buyout
Bain Capital, has said it aims to list Toshiba Corp's chip unit on the Tokyo Stock Exchange within three years.
Ireland to be hit by court action over Apple tax shortfall
The EU is taking Ireland to court for failing to recover up to US$15.3 billion of tax due from Apple.
Slack sets up Oracle partnership in enterprise drive
Slack Technologies has secured a partnership with Oracle to integrate the tech giant's enterprise software products into its messaging app.
