Microsoft patched critical vulnerabilities in the Windows kernel that could be remotely exploited by an attacker to gain control of a computer. In all three bulletins patching eight Windows flaws were released as part of Microsoft's monthly patching cycle.
Microsoft has announced the availability of Windows Internet Explorer 8. The new Web browser is expected to be easier to use, faster and offer leading-edge security features in direct response to increasing concerns about online safety.
F-Secure said the Conficker is going to change its operation a bit, but that's unlikely to cause anything visible. The Conficker alarming outbreak has got a widespread publicity that it enters a new phase as clocks around the world ticked into the first day of April, the day it was scheduled to change programming.
Gemalto, a digital security company, and Precise Biometrics, a fingerprint solutions provider for smart cards, introduced Gemalto .NET Bio. This innovative solution enables organizations to enhance network security and protect online identities by replacing weak, static passwords with strong authentication using Gemalto .NET smart cards and Precise Match-on-Card fingerprint biometric technology. Gemalto .NET Bio is easy to deploy and manage, and integrates seamlessly into Microsoft Windows environments.
The security provided by many Internet cafes and other similar public access points has greatly improved over the last few years. But that's no substitute for due diligence on the part of users, says expert Michael Cobb.
Arik Hesseldahl, a technology writer for BusinessWeek.com, recently posted a claim that Macs don't get infected with virus. Don't be naive, Mr Hesseldahl. There are lots of malware out there and some of them target your beloved Mac platform.
Microsoft Security Essentials is a light software which provides antivirus and antisypware while using minimal systems resources.
Microsoft just released a number of critical updates in its security bulletin update.
Microsoft is set to release security fixes for Office in both Windows and Mac this week.
Kernel flaws are one of the most serious vulnerabilities to have since exploiting attackers may be able to take over entire systems with it.
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