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Vulnerability in Internet Explorer 7 is being exploited in the wild(04/03/2009)
There is growing evidence of a vulnerability in Internet Explorer 7 being exploited in the wild. The vulnerability (known as MS09-002) allows malicious webpages to run code on your computer which could, of course, infect your PC, commandeer your computer to be part of a botnet, or steal your identity. Hackers are increasingly using the web to infect unsuspecting computer users, so sadly it came as no surprise to come across several websites th... [more]
USD 250,000 reward for information that leads to the capture and conviction of the authors of the Conficker worm(14/02/2009)
Microsoft's reputation is always badly shaken whenever a computer virus causes widespread problems for its users, and there have been many other occasions in the past of malware designed to exploit weaknesses in the software giant's software, or that pretended to be messages from Microsoft technical support. Microsoft is offering a USD 250,000 reward for information that leads to the capture and conviction of the authors of the Conficker worm whi... [more]
Unpatched security vulnerability in Internet Explorer 7 is being actively exploited(12/12/2008)
An unpatched security vulnerability in Internet Explorer v7 is being actively exploited in-the-wild. Worryingly, the successful exploit of this vulnerability allows attackers to control the infected computer and access any personal information without the user being aware. The vulnerability centers on Internet Explorer’s handling of specially crafted XML tags which can leave the browser susceptible to a heap spray attack. In the attacks o... [more]
Clearswift helps organisations apply consistent data loss prevention policies across internal email(18/11/2008)
Clearswift has released a new version of its internal e-mail policy enforcement and content inspection tool, EXCHANGEmanager. The updated version simplifies the ability for organisations to apply consistent data loss prevention policies across internal e-mail. “The issue of data loss prevention should be high on every organisation’s agenda,” says Richard Turner, CEO at Clearswift. “However, many organisations neglect the risk posed by intern... [more]
SkyRecon Identifies Two Kernel-Level Windows Vulnerabilities(17/11/2008)
SkyRecon® Systems' research team has uncovered two kernel-level vulnerabilities – CVE-2008-2252 and CVE-2008-3464 – both located in multiple versions of the Microsoft® Windows® operating system. The Microsoft Windows kernel is the virtual interface between the hardware and the operating system, providing administrative control over multiple subsystems, processes, and memory. Some of the subsystems are designed run within the kernel space, prov... [more]
Critical security flaws in Microsoft Office products can affect Windows and Apple Mac users(25/03/2008)
Windows and Apple Mac users are urged to take heed of a warning issued by Microsoft of critical security flaws in its Microsoft Office products. As part of its monthly "Patch Tuesday" schedule Microsoft has issued a number of bulletins about 12 security vulnerabilities in its software. Seven of the vulnerabilities affect Microsoft Excel, and could allow a hacker to gain remote control over a user's computer by a maliciously crafted spreadsheet... [more]
Major security hole in Microsoft Windows 2000 operating system allows hackers to crack passwords and obtain credit card details(21/11/2007)
A potentially serious flaw in Windows 2000 can apparently compromise emails, passwords, bank and card details typed in on a PC keyboard. A team of Israeli computer scientists have discovered a major security hole in the Microsoft Windows 2000 operating system that allows hackers to gain access to sensitive information on computers and servers running the software. The random number generators used by Windows 2000 to encrypt files, emails and pass... [more]
Fastlane plus turnstiles create a safer working environment for Microsoft Ireland staff(23/08/2007)
Microsoft Ireland has recently installed Fastlane plus R400 MA turnstiles from Integrated Design Ltd. The Campus based in Sandyford, Dublin first opened its doors in Ireland in 1985 with a small manufacturing facility employing just over 100 people. Since that time, Microsoft Ireland has grown to encompass 4 distinct operations, employing over 1,200 full time employees and 700 full-time contract staff. To protect this increased volume of emp... [more]
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