Security


Zero-Day IE Bug Exploited for Google Attack

Microsoft continues to investigate the first zero-day exploit of 2010 surrounding Internet Explorer.

Adobe: Eclipsing Microsoft as Patch Concern?

All eyes tend to focus on Microsoft's monthly patch cycle, but don't forget Adobe.

Microsoft Rings in 2010 with Light Patch Tuesday

Plus: Oracle has a hefty patch cycle; enterprises feel less secure this year than last; more.

January Patch 'Critical' for Windows 2000

Microsoft plans to release its January security patch today, which is expected to include just one fix for Windows systems.

Adobe Issues Security Patches for Illustrator

Adobe Systems released security patches for its Adobe Illustrator CS4 and CS3 programs on Thursday.

Patch Tuesday To Bring Single Windows Fix

Microsoft appears to be starting the new year on a light note after issuing bulky security releases in the latter months of 2009.

Microsoft: IIS 6.0 Has 'Inconsistencies,' but No Bug

Microsoft denied that its Internet Information Services Web server software is subject to new-found security vulnerability.

Windows IIS in Hot Seat Again

Plus, Adobe may surpass Office for most security vulnerabilities; Chrome a growing target for hackers.

Windows 7 May Face Attacks in 2010

Windows 7 has the potential to become a security target in 2010, according to researchers, although it's held up so far.

Can DirectAccess Replace Your VPN?

Despite some drawbacks, DirectAccess will likely become the preferred remote-access method as Windows 7 becomes more prevalent.

Securing 2010

Hackers will find ways to keep security experts busy. Keep your eye out for these eight.

Office 2010 Takes Aim at Malware Threats

Microsoft described a security feature in Office 2010 designed to block malware associated with older Office binary file formats.

Adobe Investigating Zero-Day PDF Vulnerability

A "bug for all seasons" looks to be the legacy carved out for Adobe Systems as 2009 winds to a close.

Hotfixes Issued for Office 2003 Bug

Microsoft issued hotfixes on Friday to address problems some users were having with Microsoft Office 2003 files.

Office 2003 Bug Gets Band-Aid

Plus, Microsoft explains its Indeo snub; Symantec fixes a Windows issue.

2009: The Year of the Social Media Hack

While social networking has opened new possibilities for communicating over the Internet, it also gives hackers more vectors through which to attack.

5 Steps to a More Secure Datacenter

In the age of virtualization and cloud computing, administrators need a holistic approach.

As the Black Screen of Death Turns

Plus: Patch Tuesday fixes IE zero-day flaw; third party takes up XP's cause.

Experts Say Perimeter-Based Security Not Enough

The security community needs to address issues that have been neglected in the past few years, according to security experts at the Government Technology Research Alliance Council.

December Microsoft Patch Contains Critical IE Fix

As expected, the last Windows Security Update of 2009 will include six security bulletins -- three dubbed "critical" and three labeled "important."

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