August 19, 2008

Gmail insecurities

For those of you who use Gmail or have Google accounts that allow you to access Google Analytics or Adsense, you might want to take note.  In a few days an exploit will be released that will allow people to access your account by using trivial and easily sniffed information.  (Article Here)  The fix is pretty easy... turn SSL on. 

Step 1. Go to http://mail.google.com/mail/?shva=1#settings to access your Gmail settings.

Step 2. Select the Radio Button to enable SSL.

 

Step 3. Profit?!?!

 

Link:

Powered by
Movable Type 3.2ysb5-20051201

Technology Blogs - BlogCatalog Blog Directory