Forwarded From: hackerelitet_private http://www.infoseek.com/Content?arn=a1283LBY017reulb-19981023&qt=hacker&sv=IS&lk=noframes&col=NX&kt=A&ak=news1486 German study shows companies vulnerable to hackers 09:48 a.m. Oct 23, 1998 Eastern MUNICH, Germany, Oct 23 (Reuters) - Most companies that work on the Internet are unprepared for the hazards it can hold, including sabotage by computers hackers, according to a new study released on Friday. Online service providers InTouch and PSINet Germany said few firms that operate web sites take measures to prevent hackers from tampering with the information on the Internet. ``Companies will not notice furtive changes via unauthorised access, for example to price lists and product catalogues, until it is somehow brought to their attention,'' the companies said in a summary of their study. They added that ``cardinal mistakes'' include retaining one security protocol for too long, not protecting passwords sufficiently and leaving computers online while they are unattended. In addition, many companies do not believe that they are worthy targets for hackers. InTouch and PSINet recommended developing a plan of action in the event of site tampering and frequently renewing security measures. -o- Subscribe: mail majordomot_private with "subscribe isn". Today's ISN Sponsor: Repent Security Incorporated [www.repsec.com]
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