Red Hat warns of bogus security e-mail
Red Hat has warned users about a security notification message
which attempts to trick users into downloading and executing a
rogue program. The e-mail claims that an exploit could enable an
attacker to execute arbitrary code with root privileges. The
e-mail, which appears to come from Red Hat, urges users to install
a patch called fileutils-1.0.6.
Analyse the service performance of IT
Compuware has introduced a service assurance product designed to
help IT departments be more effective in delivering reliable
service to business users. This version of its Vantage product
includes predictive analysis and performance assessment functions.
IT departments could then assess the impact of application and
infrastructure projects to reduce deployment risks and assure
predictable service levels.
Java users get early access to Net
Beans
Sun Microsystems has rolled out an early access version of Net
Beans IDE 4.1 which includes support for Enterprise Edition 1.4
with Enterprise Java Beans and web services. The early release has
15 new modules for creating J2EE 1.4-compatible applications. The
software also includes a free copy of Sun System Application Server
Platform Edition 8.1 beta.
SAP to help check out sourcing
alternatives
SAP has started shipping a hosted platform for supplier
relationship management based on MySAP SRM. The service aims to
help businesses evaluate the benefits of sourcing and supply
management.
Power-saving displays extend battery
life
Just over 10% of notebook PCs sold now incorporate power-saving
technology for displays, said the Mobile PC Extended Battery Life
Working Group. The average display panel power has dropped from
4.5W to 3W or less, providing an extra 60 minutes of battery life,
the group said.