Enterprises using certain kinds of open source software may be exposing themselves to serious security risks, according to a study from Fortify Software. The study, which focused primarily on non-commercially supported OSS, found many packages have no ground rules for reporting bugs and do not adequately inform users about how to use the applications safely. 22 Jul 2008

Two people were arrested for selling counterfeit tickets outside Newlands Stadium before the opening of the Vodacom Challenge soccer match in Cape Town with a further seven arrested for being in possession of such tickets inside the stadium. 22 Jul 2008

Over 50% of emerging and small businesses in Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban experienced one or more incidents of crime in the past year. 17 Jul 2008

USA - A judge's ruling in the Viacom vs. YouTube case sets a new and permissive standard for parties seeking to get their hands on the data companies retain about their customers. While not a legal precedent, the ruling will serve as a reference in future cases, potentially laying bare the trail of search terms we all leave behind. 14 Jul 2008

USA - As an 11-year veteran of e-commerce, web design writer and home business expert, Dennis Gaskill, was used to seeing sales slow down in the weeks leading up to the tax filing deadline. At the time, he attributed his sluggish sales to consumer concern over rising oil prices and the overall economy. After a few more weeks of further declining sales, however, it became clear that this was more than a short-term fluctuation. 11 Jul 2008

USA - Retailers should use the standards set by the Payment Card Industry as a starting point when ensuring that their customer data is as secure as possible, suggests Kristin Lovejoy, IBM's director of corporate security strategy. 10 Jul 2008

In June, actor-comedian Desmond Dube led a massive anti-crime march dubbed the Million Man March Against Crime on the Union Buildings in Pretoria. The event signalled South Africans' growing concern and anger about crime. 4 Jul 2008