Computer security technologists are racing to find ways to block ever-more complex computer worms and viruses that burrow into computers -- usually via e-mail -- and wreak havoc on network systems.

A series of arrests in Germany for alleged computer virus creation is likely to deter casual virus writers, but worms and variants continue and the most hardened computer criminals will probably be ...

A series of arrests in Germany for alleged computer virus creation is likely to deter casual virus writers, but worms and variants continue and the most hardened computer criminals will probably be ...

A computer scientist at Washington University in St. Louis has developed technology to stop malicious software – malware – such as viruses and worms long before it even has a chance to reach computers ...

The word 'virus' gets tossed around a lot. Here's what actually counts, what to watch for, and how to stay two clicks ahead A computer virus is a type of program that, much like a regular virus, ...

Computer worms are likely to become a more damaging combination of virus writing and hacker exploits, according to security experts at Symantec. "Nimda and Code Red have eliminated the need for human ...

Networking equipment maker Cisco Systems Inc. on Tuesday announced licensing agreements with three leading anti-virus software companies and a new program that it said will protect computer networks ...

While parents may worry about their children catching a virus on their first excursion from home, some University officials believe their children's computers may be more at risk. Campus computing ...

Concordia College's bout with computer worms that required officials to disconnect 1,200 computers from the network will likely be over this week. Steve Frank, director of computer services, said all ...

On the Internet's 40th anniversary, Symantec lists the worst cyber threats. Sept. 3, 2009 — -- This fall marks the 40th birthday of the Internet, and to celebrate it, Symantec, the manufacturer ...

There is a new computer virus going around, and it is being compared to theMelissa virusthat struck earlier this year. The new bug is called theVBS.Freelink virus, and it affects Windows 95, 98 and ...