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News (14)

• Zotob damage deep but not widespread

  Fewer businesses fell victim to the Zotob worm that struck corporate networks than previous attacks, but those it hit paid dearly, according to a new survey.

• Hacker exploits MS server flaw

  'Dark Spyrit' has posted a program designed to exploit a security hole revealed days ago by Microsoft. It gives almost anyone the ability to completely control a Windows 2000 server.

• Microsoft exec labels XP hack 'frightening'

  "Enlightening and frightening" was the phrase used by a Microsoft executive to describe a hacking demonstration on a Windows XP system by two British e-crime specialists.

• Microsoft plugs Windows worm holes

  Microsoft on Tuesday in the US provided fixes for eight flaws related to Windows, including three that could be used to compromise a system without any user interaction.

• Homeland Security: Fix your Windows

  In a rare alert, the US Department of Homeland Security has urged Windows users to plug a potential worm hole in the Microsoft operating system.

Features and Case Studies (16)

• How effective is endpoint security?

  Antivirus software manufacturers all claim to protect us against threats, but how well do they actually perform? We put six popular business internet security packages to the test.

• Work at home? Here's how to stay secure

  Commentary: Whether you work at home full-time or only occasionally, you need to make sure your systems and data are protected. So what is the best software for preventing a business-threatening disaster?

• Hackers could target critical VBA flaw

  help/how to Find out what you need to know about a widespread flaw in Visual Basic for Applications that affects many Windows systems.

• Windows flaw allows PC takeover

  Microsoft identified three vulnerabilities in Windows on Wednesday that could have a similar effect as the dreaded MSBlast worm of August.

• Antivirus software alone is not enough protection

  When the Blaster, MS/SQL, and Sobig worms made their appearance on the scene in 2003, one thing became clear: none of the worms was initially stopped with antivirus software.

Reviews (11)

• ZoneAlarm with Antivirus

  Bargain hunters, ZoneAlarm with Antivirus is the security deal for you.

• ZoneAlarm Pro 4.5

  ZoneAlarm Pro 4.5 is a great firewall for security rookies, but you'll still need a separate antivirus program.

• How effective is endpoint security?

  Antivirus software manufacturers all claim to protect us against threats, but how well do they actually perform? We put six popular business internet security packages to the test.

• Windows XP SP2 more secure? Not so fast

  While XP SP2 is a huge step forward for Microsoft, there are important caveats. For example, don't expect the new Windows Firewall to prevent keystroke-logging Trojans from stealing your credit card info.

• Work at home? Here's how to stay secure

  Commentary: Whether you work at home full-time or only occasionally, you need to make sure your systems and data are protected. So what is the best software for preventing a business-threatening disaster?

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