July 2010 - skunkworks - Skunkworks Site

Wireless: Vulnerability in the WPA2 security protocol, uncovered!
by Judy Okite 26 Jul '10

26 Jul '10

Dear All, For those in the Wiressless arena...this maybe of great interest to you. *Perhaps it was only a matter of time. But wireless security researchers say they have uncovered a vulnerability in the WPA2 security protocol, which is the strongest form of Wi-Fi encryption and authentication currently standardized and available.* *Malicious insiders can exploit the vulnerability, named "Hole 196" by the researcher who discovered it at wireless security company AirTight Networks. The moniker refers to the page of the IEEE 802.11 Standard (Revision, 2007) on which the vulnerability is buried.* read further in the below link: http://www.networkworld.com/newsletters/wireless/2010/072610wireless1.html <http://www.networkworld.com/newsletters/wireless/2010/072610wireless1.html>Kind Regards, -- “To live is to choose. But to choose well, you must know who you are and what you stand for, where you want to go and why you want to get there.” Kofi Annan

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Intl Scene : WordPress 3.0 Released
by aki 26 Jul '10

26 Jul '10

http://wordpress.org/news/2010/06/thelonious/

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A HUMAN BEING INFECTED BY A COMPUTER VIRUS!!!
by michael wambua 26 Jul '10

26 Jul '10

A scientist at the University of Reading has become the first person in the world to be infected by a computer virus. Dr Mark Gasson, from the School of Systems Engineering, contaminated a computer chip which had been inserted into his hand as part of research into human enhancement and the potential risks of implantable devices. These results could have huge implications for implantable computing technologies used medically to improve health, such as heart pacemakers and cochlear implants, and as new applications are found to enhance healthy humans. Dr Gasson says that as the technology behind these implants develops, they become more vulnerable to computer viruses. "Our research shows that implantable technology has developed to the point where implants are capable of communicating, storing and manipulating data," he said. "They are essentially mini computers. This means that, like mainstream computers, they can be infected by viruses and the technology will need to keep pace with this so that implants, including medical devices, can be safely used in the future." Dr Gasson will present his results next month at the IEEE International Symposium on Technology and Society in Australia, which he is also chairing. A high-end Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) chip was implanted into Dr Gasson's left hand last year. Less sophisticated RFID technology is used in shop security tags to prevent theft and to identify missing pets. The chip has allowed him secure access to his University building and his mobile phone. It has also enabled him to be tracked and profiled. Once infected, the chip corrupted the main system used to communicate with it. Should other devices have been connected to the system, the virus would have been passed on. Dr Gasson said: "By infecting my own implant with a computer virus we have demonstrated how advanced these technologies are becoming and also had a glimpse at the problems of tomorrow. "Much like people with medical implants, after a year of having the implant, I very much feel that it is part of my body. While it is exciting to be the first person to become infected by a computer virus in this way, I found it a surprisingly violating experience because the implant is so intimately connected to me but the situation is potentially out of my control. "I believe it is necessary to acknowledge that our next evolutionary step may well mean that we all become part machine as we look to enhance ourselves. Indeed we may find that there are significant social pressures to have implantable technologies, either because it becomes as much of a social norm as say mobile phones, or because we'll be disadvantaged if we do not. However we must be mindful of the new threats this step brings." -- Michael Wambua +254 712710697 info(a)michaelwambua.com www.michaelwambua.com

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Forced opt-in by some (anti)social networking sites?
by Odhiambo Washington 26 Jul '10

26 Jul '10

Does anyone else see this? I use gmail and I have "clicked show details" to reveal the full details of an e-mail I received, purportedly from our Rita Gitobu. The real headers show it's not her address.. The View now has a hyperlink that appears crafted in such a way that if I click it, I'll have opted-in to this silly thing called myfanbox.com. The hyperlink contains: http://optin.fanbox.com/DeveloperApp/Introduction.aspx?mlid=1602069308&ence… Unless the fine print indicated that myfanbox.com are free to (ab)use someone'd name for their own evil plans, I think Rita Gitobu should sue this entity for impersonation. Rita Gitobu shared some photos with you Inbox X Reply from Rita Gitobu<fbNOREPLY(a)myfanbox.com> to odhiambo(a)gmail.com date Mon, Jul 26, 2010 at 11:38 AM subject Rita Gitobu shared some photos with you mailed-by myfanbox.com signed-by myfanbox.com hide details 11:38 AM (12 minutes ago) Rita Gitobu shared a new photo slideshow with you View now<http://optin.fanbox.com/DeveloperApp/Introduction.aspx?mlid=1602069308&ence…> -- Best regards, Odhiambo WASHINGTON, Nairobi,KE +254733744121/+254722743223 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ "If you have nothing good to say about someone, just shut up!." -- Lucky Dube

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GSM Gateways - 2 SIM Cards, Possibly IP Based
by Odhiambo Washington 26 Jul '10

26 Jul '10

Hi people, I am looking for a good quality GSM gateway that supports 2 SIM cards. IP-enabled preferred. Oh, and before I forget, it should support H.323, not SIP. -- Best regards, Odhiambo WASHINGTON, Nairobi,KE +254733744121/+254722743223 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ "If you have nothing good to say about someone, just shut up!." -- Lucky Dube

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Selling Pro Evolution Soccer 2008 Ps3 Game
by Kevin Ouma 26 Jul '10

26 Jul '10

Hi all I am selling my copy of PS3 pro evolution soccer 2008 for 3200. anyone interested please dm me Kevin

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Incase the cold weather is making you stay indoors, what are the heaters option?
by aki 26 Jul '10

26 Jul '10

Interestingly I saw an Oil Filled Radiator electric heater at the LG shop 9in Sarit @ 12,900/-. Kweli, times are chaging in kenya, such radiators were common scenes in winter countries. The units operate silently. Rgds.

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Local Scene : Wananchi raises the stakes in pay-TV market
by aki 26 Jul '10

26 Jul '10

Wananchi Group’s multi-media brand Zuku is gearing up for an extensive rebranding after the firm announced that it would be launching exclusive programming. The home-grown company seeks to dislodge South African-based DSTV from its pedestal as one of the top premium television content providers with the introduction of a Sh1.5 billion content development division, to be known as the Wananchi Programming Group (WPG). The division aims to produce local content for its viewers. “Global pay-TV penetration range between 20 to 80 per cent, while in Africa the penetration is still less than 0.1 per cent. This disconnect is where we see a great opportunity. At the same time, we want to offer our viewers content that add value to their viewing experience,” said Richard Bell, the Chief Executive Officer of East Africa Capital Partners, the majority shareholders of Wananchi Group. http://www.businessdailyafrica.com/Company%20Industry/Wananchi%20raises%20t…

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StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty
by aki 26 Jul '10

26 Jul '10

Some reports say the design company, Blizzard, spent over $100million on the development and upkeep of World of Warcraft. But StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty development exceeds the $100million..... Platforms PC and MAC OSX. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r7d5XheWiBk&feature=player_embedded#at=101

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RATE YOUR, BEST DVD/CD BURNING SOFTWARE
by Dave Kirirah 26 Jul '10

26 Jul '10

Hi, Since ur experience is of value, which dvd/cd burning software is ur most prefered and why, My self i would go for one because of its Processor & memory consuption capability and Maybe simplicity of use.. This link rates a few....nero & roxio r no wea in this list bt i want a rating from ur own experience n judgement... http://cd-burning-software-review.toptenreviews.com/ http://dvd-copy-software-review.toptenreviews.com/

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