Linux news

2007 07 12

Apple's Latest DRM Device Shows Security Weaknesses

iPhone Hackers: "we have owned the filesystem"

The kooky hacking kids over at IRC channel #iphone claim to have gained full ownership of the iPhone filesystem. In an update titled "How to Escape Jail," they highlight the technical steps required to enable custom ringtones, wallpapers and more for your iPhone.

http://s5h.net/u?z3562
Opinion: Hackers watch for mobile opportunities

What a world. We have to fight off viruses, zombies, bots, phishing, and on and on. Can you believe how many just plain evil people there are in the world? And what is their point? Simple thievery?

http://s5h.net/u?z7a2c7
~100 bug/security fixes released for Mac OS X Anti-DRM T-Shirt Design Contest: The Winners are…

DRM is doomed to fail. Unfortunately, the majority of the movie companies and record labels still think it's the best way to "protect" their media. By wearing these shirts you can show them it's not and that it only hinders honest customers.

http://s5h.net/u?z3d16