Despite the Sasser worm, PCs are now safer than they were four years ago - but only if users observe basic precautions, say security experts.
Microsoft will work with law enforcement to track down writers of worms, viruses and other malicious code, and is ponying up US$5 million to fund the search.
A senior executive with U.S.-based software giant Microsoft has dismissed a report published last week that Windows dominance poses a security threat.
The U.S. Department of Justice announced on Friday that a juvenile had been arrested in connection with the release of a computer worm that spread in the same way as the MSBlast worm.
Microsoft identified three vulnerabilities in Windows on Wednesday that could have a similar effect to that of the dreaded MSBlast worm of August.
Microsoft will work with law enforcement to track down writers of worms, viruses and other malicious code, and is ponying up US$5 million to fund the search.
The ability to support dual platforms, namely Windows XP and Red Hat Linux, still ranks high for Australian IT pros. The Blaster worm, Notes/Domino and Exchange remained topics of interest in September.
commentary Who takes the time and effort to pull off malicious stunts, like viruses, malware, worms, Trojans, or any other deliberately damaging actions? And why?
Microsoft identified three vulnerabilities in Windows on Wednesday that could have a similar effect as the dreaded MSBlast worm of August.
If you can't keep up with patch management, perhaps it's time to look for another job, says one TechRepublic columnist.
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