Tag Archives: Cybersecurity

Stuxnet Virus Could Cause Iranian ‘Chernobyl’

It appears that the work of the Stuxnet Virus that targeted Iran is not finished. It is now being reported that the virus could cause a ‘Chernobyl’ disaster, or worse. Associated Press Exclusive: VIENNA (AP) — The control systems of … Continue reading

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John Wheeler Cause of Death; Blunt Force Trauma

As many suspected, the reported cause of death for John Wheeler was by blunt force trauma. But, there are still some questions left unanswered. AssociatedPress report: A federal military consultant whose body was found in a landfill was assaulted and … Continue reading

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Israel, US behind Stuxnet Virus

Reports are now out about the Stuxnet virus, and it points to Israel and the United States. Tested in an Israeli nuclear facility for effectiveness, it was targeted toward Iran and slowing down their nuclear ambitions. New York Times: The … Continue reading

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Cybersecurity Act of 2009 a Test in Presidential Power

If it isn’t health care reform, it’s something else. Now it comes in the form of the Cybersecurity Act of 2009, or S.773. The controversy raised with this is that it gives the President control to shut down the internet … Continue reading

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