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New ‘FREAK Attack’ Exploits SSL/TLS Vulnerability Between Many Servers and Clients

A newly disclosed SSL/TLS vulnerability known as the FREAK attack allows attackers to intercept HTTPS connections between clients and servers, and forces them to downgrade security to weak “export-grade” cryptography allowing the message to be decrypted and even altered. Continue reading

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Web Hosting Sales and Promos Roundup – August 15, 2014

In the week ending August 15, 2014, a couple of service providers are capitalizing on Google’s announcement last week that sites secured with HTTPS will rank higher in search results. Both A Small Orange and Nexcess are offering discounts on SSL certificates. Continue reading

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Google Thwarts Government Snooping with New Gmail HTTPS Encryption

Google has taken another step in its stance against NSA surveillance on Thursday, using an encrypted HTTPS connection when Gmail users check or send email. Continue reading

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