Chasing down digital miscreants

roundup Online threats are increasingly following the money. Meanwhile, the courts are aiming to mete out justice for misdeeds.

Hacking for dollars

These days, attackers are motivated more by money than the desire to write disruptive worms like Sasser.
July 6, 2005

Suspected spam king to appear in court

Man suspected of being "Rizler" is set to appear in court, following his arrest for allegedly violating a temporary restraining order.
July 6, 2005

Soaring attack levels hint at criminal activity

Nearly 8,000 different pieces of malicious code have been detected by Sophos this year--mainly emanating from criminal gangs.
July 5, 2005

Sasser author confesses in trial

Prosecutor says she is "highly satisfied" with progress made at trial of 19-year-old Sven Jaschan.
July 5, 2005