News
Operating systems software
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July 25, 2006
25
Jul'06
Longhorn on the road to Linux compatibility
The next version of Windows Server – codenamed Longhorn – will include virtualisation technology that is interoperable with the open source Linux operating system.
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July 24, 2006
24
Jul'06
Security Bytes: New Microsoft exploits in the wild
The exploits target issues Microsoft patched earlier this month. Meanwhile, flaws are reported in Oracle for OpenView and a Mozilla Firefox keystroke logger is on the loose.
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July 13, 2006
13
Jul'06
Trojan targets Microsoft PowerPoint flaw
Update: The exploit might be tied to an older flaw in Excel. Attackers who exploit the serious flaw could launch arbitrary code. Microsoft says it is investigating.
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December 18, 2005
18
Dec'05
Trio of trouble: Malcode targets Windows, IM users
AV firms warn IT shops to guard against Dasher, Bagle and Banbra. Dasher targets a Windows flaw patched in October, while Banbra spreads through IM.
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November 16, 2005
16
Nov'05
Step 3: GnuPG and WinPT: Setup
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November 16, 2005
16
Nov'05
Step 2: Public keypairs
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November 16, 2005
16
Nov'05
Step 4: Encrypting e-mail in WinPT
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September 09, 2005
09
Sep'05
Sponsor's Editorial - Making marketing more relevant
Responsys, a premier global provider of on-demand email and lifecycle marketing solutions, has announced Interact 5, the latest version of the company’s email marketing automation software.
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September 05, 2005
05
Sep'05
IE 7.0 may usher in wave of RSS exploits
Experts warn that Web-feed enhancements in Microsoft's new Web browser may be just the thing crackers need to compromise networks and private data.
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August 30, 2005
30
Aug'05
Antivirus can introduce dangerous network security holes into any OS
AV software is one of the most basic security steps available. It's also yet another gateway for security breaches.
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March 21, 2005
21
Mar'05
Linux lags Windows in new security report
A controversial research paper takes a critical look at two popular platforms' track record on vulnerabilities and fixes. In turn, its findings are facing sharp scrutiny as well.
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March 13, 2005
13
Mar'05
Security Bytes: Turning servers into 'malcode pushers'
In other news, 'antispyware' company shut down during investigation and new Java Trojan hits alternative browsers.
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February 17, 2005
17
Feb'05
Do you speak geek: All hail e-mail!
Test your knowledge of e-mail security with this quiz.
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February 03, 2005
03
Feb'05
Expect 13 Windows patches, some critical
Microsoft will release patches Tuesday to fix critical security holes in Windows Media Player, MSN Messenger, Microsoft Office and Visual Studio.
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December 19, 2004
19
Dec'04
Security Bytes: Be aware of Google Desktop 'glitch'
Cisco acquires Protego; Hotmail switches to Trend Micro; Red Hat, Mandrakesoft and Gentoo fix flaws.
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September 23, 2004
23
Sep'04
Multiple strategies guard youth services agency
Major corporations aren't the only ones who need to protect confidential information, ward off spam and malware, and defend against intrusion. Local youth service agencies must do the same, with far smaller budgets.
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September 22, 2004
22
Sep'04
Security Bytes: New .jpg attack imminent; CA agrees to pay $225 million for federal violations
Sanjay Kumar is indicted for securities fraud and conspiracy, while Authorize.Net is knocked offline by massive DDoS attacks.
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March 10, 2002
10
Mar'02
September 11: How Merrill Lynch recovered
Merrill Lynch lost two data centres during the 11 September terrorist attacks in New York. The site is now functioning as a...