Security


IE's Market Share Stabilizes in May

Microsoft's Internet Explorer browser showed a U.S. market share gain in May compared with competing browsers.

RODCs: Understanding and Implementing the New Windows Server 2008 R2 Domain Controllers

Read-only domain controllers (RODCs), a new feature of Active Directory Domain Services, represent a fundamental change in how you'll use DCs -- for security and otherwise. Here's what you need to know to implement them in your enterprise.

Windows Use Said To Be Restricted at Google

Google restricts the use of Windows by its employees, according a story by the Financial Times on Monday.

ADFS 2.0 Opens Doors to the Cloud

The new Microsoft Active Directory Federation Services release promises to up the ante on cloud security.

Managing File Transfer with MFT and P2P

There's probably a dozen or more ways this is getting done in your shop. Here's what you need to know to create a supported, secure solution for everyone.

DOD Considers Shielding Private Networks

Deputy defense secretary talks Einstein for private business.

Microsoft Reshuffling Server and Tools Org

A few organizational changes will be coming to Microsoft's Server and Tools Business (STB) segment in July, Microsoft announced this week.

Symantec to Acquire VeriSign's Security Biz

Deal will make Symantec a leader in identity management and PKI.

Microsoft Issues Security Advisory on Windows Aero

Microsoft released a security advisory on Tuesday concerning a Windows component involved with desktop graphics display.

Study Targets Windows 'Hooking' in AV Software

Microsoft has been working with a security firm investigating a fundamental flaw in antivirus software for Windows.

What Kernel Hooking is All About

Attackers now patching systems to allow for better attacks. Plus: Microsoft Office and Google Apps go toe-t-toe on security; insider threats growing, says report.

Top IT Security Concerns Voiced in Survey

Network breaches represent the foremost nightmare scenario for IT pros, according to a report.

Microsoft's May Patch Aims at Office Vulnerabilities

After a thick April patch, this month's security update, released today, is light with only two "critical" fixes.

Criticism on Patch Process Thrown Microsoft's Way

Plus: McAfee explains patching problem; what security concerns make you lose sleep?; Patching in the dark.

Microsoft: Two 'Critical' Fixes Coming Tuesday

Microsoft expects to deliver just two critical fixes in its May security update, arriving this Tuesday.

Microsoft Releases Forefront Protection 2010 for SharePoint

Microsoft on Wednesday released a new enterprise-grade security solution for use with its SharePoint document sharing and collaboration products.

The Security Patching Fun Never Ends

Two new off-cycle patches follow the usual Patch Tuesday release. Plus: Looking to third-party app security.

Windows 7 Security Tips: Keep Your Files Safe with BitLocker and AppLocker

Keep your files safe with BitLocker and AppLocker.

Microsoft Warns of SharePoint Security Flaw

Microsoft issued a security advisory on Thursday for a vulnerability in two SharePoint products.

IE 8 XSS Vulnerability To Get Fixed in June

Microsoft is preparing a security update in June for the IE XSS filter in Internet Explorer 8.

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