Archive for October, 2007

More on Google Analytics: Now with Stolen Search Queries!

In my earlier article on Using Google Analytics to Subvert Privacy, I demonstrated how dangerous free tools could be to match privacy information to web clicks.
But now that Google has updated their Analytics service to support internal search queries, you can now link user privacy information to search data, as well. Now everyone can […]

Way to go Arnold — why AB 779 was a lose-lose situation for small business

A lot of commotion has recently been stirred up around California Governer’s, Arnold Schwarzennegar’s recent vetoing of a bill (AB 779) that would strictly mandate all merchants to comply with. Many have scoffed at the Governer’s “caving to lobbyists and members of the retail industry.” You know what?? I actually agree with the Governer’s vetoing […]

xckd and exploits of a mom

Been busy the past couple days, just started work again and haven’t gotten around to posting. I promise though, there’ll be stuff coming up soon. In the mean time, enjoy latest comic from xkcd:
Exploits of a Mom

What do you mean threat?

This is in reply to Richard Bejtlich’s post, “Someone Please Explain Threats to Microsoft.” Richard takes issue with people (especially those who should know better) who misuse defined terms. We say a lot of things with the expectations of those who are listening or reading to understand “what we mean.” I hope this post clarifies […]