Log4j security flaw: UK companies could face fines for failing to patch vulnerability

A security flaw discovered in December 2021 makes private data vulnerable to hackers – and the UK government could take action against firms that fail to fix it Technology 19 January 2022 By Matthew Sparkes Log4J software is used by millions of web servers Alexander Limbach/Shutterstock UK firms could face government fines if they fail … Read more

The Log4J Software Flaw Is ‘Christmas Come Early’ for Cybercriminals

Researchers have just identified a security flaw in a software program called Log4J, widely used by a host of private, commercial and government entities to record details ranging from usernames and passwords to credit card transactions. Since the glitch was found last weekend, the cybersecurity community has been scrambling to protect applications, services, infrastructure and … Read more