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Security researcher finds a way to run code on Apple, PayPal, and Microsoft’s systems

The Verge

Security researcher Alex Birsan has found a security vulnerability that allowed him to run code on servers owned by Apple, Microsoft, PayPal, and over 30 other companies ( via Bleeping Computer ). It seems like the companies agreed that the problem was serious. Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge. It’s not a great situation.

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16 best entry-level IT certifications to launch your career

CIO Business Intelligence

The courses are designed to be completed in succession, starting with the Apple Device Support course, which focuses on the skills and expertise you’ll need as a help desk professional, technical coordinator, or service provider for an organization that relies on Apple hardware and software.

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Cedexis Now Tracks Performance for 50 Clouds » Data Center.

Data Center Knowledge

Internet performance and control company Cedexis announced an extension to its Radar community services with the addition of many new clouds, and the availability of Radar reports as an app for Windows 8. The Cedexis Radar community now measures more than 50 cloud platforms, the company said. By: John Rath July 22nd, 2013. Networking.

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Calient Gets $27 Million To Take SDN At Light Speed » Data Center.

Data Center Knowledge

Optical Circuit switching company CALIENT Technologies announced it has raised a $27 million round of venture financing and named Jag Setlur, a 20-year finance professional, as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Jag Setlur joins CALIENT from July Systems where he served as chief operating officer and CFO. Networking. Name (required).

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Animal Logic Contemplates Cloud Options for VFX Rendering - Data.

Data Center Knowledge

Award winning visual effects and animation studio Animal Logic is an Australia-based company behind many blockbuster movies. To accomplish rendering on movies and keep pace with rapidly growing compute demands, the company has had to constantly evaluate on-premise equipment upgrades or cloud opportunities. Add Your Comments.

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ARM Brings the Internet of Things To Life On Its Campus » Data.

Data Center Knowledge

ARM is installing sensors to automate the infrastructure that manages its meeting rooms, parking lots and HVAC systems. The company ARM will deploy network technology and more than 600 connected sensors across its UK campus in Cambridge, all controlled by smart ARM-based chips. Sign up for the Data Center Knowledge Newsletter.

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Customer Wins for Equinix, Telx, and Internap » Data Center.

Data Center Knowledge

Equinix (EQIX) and video advertising platform company Brightroll announced that Rocket Fuel is leveraging the BrightRoll VideoRTB+ solution on Platform Equinix to improve the ability of buyers to successfully bid on video ad inventory. By: John Rath July 11th, 2013. Internap selected by Screendragon. Add Your Comments. Name (required).