Security News Dec. 14

FBI memo shows hacker accessed commercial HVAC systems

http://arstechnica.com/security/2012/12/intruders-hack-industrial-control-system-using-backdoor-exploit/

Not sure why hackers would want to do this, but it’s another SCADA attack proof point

Government report warns of ‘persistent, pervasive’ economic espionage attacks on US

http://threatpost.com/en_us/blogs/government-report-warns-persistent-pervasive-economic-espionage-attacks-us-121312?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter

Report shows a 75% increase from 2010 to 2011

Blog round up on the UN / ITU Internet power-grab

http://blogs.computerworld.com/internet/21500/victory-unitu-internet-power-grab-thwarted-wcit-itbwcw?source=CTWNLE_nlt_blogs_2012-12-14

Some interesting thoughts, both pro and con here

No British charges for NASA hacker Gary McKinnon

http://www.securityweek.com/no-british-charges-hacker-gary-mckinnon

Britain has also rejected extradition to the U.S.

10 ways to protect your business’ cyber security in 2013

http://www.foxbusiness.com/technology/2012/12/14/10-ways-to-protect-your-businesses-cybersecurity-in-2013/

Would you take security advice from Fox News?