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Fri, Oct 26 2007 12:37

Free Software Tests for Bot Infections

PineApp has released a free zombie test that can instantly discover whether an organization’s computer network might be an unwitting spamming machine -- a “zombie” or “bot” -- that can send thousands of infected spam messages to other networks—without...
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Tue, Jul 4 2006 18:51

McAfee reached 200,104 detections

From McAfee Avert Labs Blog : In some hours, we will make available our latest anti virus definitions for McAfee VirusScan. It will be numbered : DAT-4800. With this release version the number of threats detected will exceed 200,000 to reach 200,104 detections...
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Fri, Jun 30 2006 8:56

WinPatrol v10 now monitors hidden files

The above-image is from our friend --> Bits from Bill and I find it not just a bit but a big bit because WinPatrol v10 now... Monitor Hidden Files files in critical system areas. A new list of Hidden Files is available to help you clean up your machine...
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Mon, Apr 10 2006 19:38

Strider URL Tracer with Typo-Patrol released by Microsoft

"When a user visits a Web site, her browser may be instructed to visit other third-party domains without her knowledge. Some of these third-party domains raise security, privacy, and safety concerns. The Strider URL Tracer, available for download, is...
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Fri, Feb 17 2006 15:58

Second Max OS X malware discovered

F-Secure reports a proof of concept worm for Mac OS X 10.4. Apple Mac OS X users are advised to upgrade to Mac OS X 10.5! "Today we got a sample of rather interesting case, a Mac OS X Bluetooth worm that spreads over Bluetooth. OSX/Inqtana.A is a proof...
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Fri, Feb 10 2006 9:03

Microsoft plan to release seven (7) security updates on Feb. 14th

The Microsoft Security Bulletin Advance Notification has been updated. It now outline what they plan to release this month as part of Microsoft's monthly security bulletins. Microsoft is planning to release: Seven (7) Security Updates One (1) Microsoft...
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Tue, Jan 10 2006 18:09

Microsoft Simplifies Its Software Support Lifecycle

The end of the Microsoft Support Lifecycle will now coincide with the release of Microsoft’s monthly security bulletin release cycle, instead of preceding it, and Exchange Server 5.5 customers are the first to benefit from the change. Read more in Microsoft
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Sat, Jun 25 2005 2:32

50% of IT Pro were not very confident that passwords were stored securely in their organization

Cyber-Ark revealed the results of recent research illuminating the industry-wide struggle to safely and easily share and manage administrative passwords that provide access to the network, systems and application backbone of enterprises worldwide. The...
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Thu, May 12 2005 23:33

Windows OneCare, PC health solution by Microsoft

Microsoft to Deliver Automated, All-in-One PC Health Service for Consumers Windows OneCare - http://www.microsoft.com/windows/onecare will span system performance, PC maintenance, data protection and security in easy-to-manage service. REDMOND, Wash....
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Sat, Dec 18 2004 3:08

Cloudmark Works With PayPal Against Phishing

The Anti-fraud component of Cloudmark's new SafetyBar solution will be offered to PayPal users free of charge. The SafetyBar solution is designed to empower businesses and consumers to stop online fraud. SafetyBar is available to any PayPal customer worldwide...
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Fri, Dec 17 2004 6:52

Giant Antispyware acquired by Microsoft

Microsoft Corp. announced that it has acquired Giant Company Software Inc. Microsoft plans to make available to Windows customers a beta version of a spyware protection, detection and removal tool, based on the GIANT AntiSpyware product, within one month...
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Thu, Dec 2 2004 4:49

SeePassword answer to identity theft?

The Internet Security Foundation (ISF) http://www.internetsecurityfoundation.org/ released a free tool called SeePassword which is designed to protect computer users from risks of identity theft caused by a glaring security hole in the Microsoft Windows...
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Thu, Dec 2 2004 0:48

HP to release Virus Throttler for Windows in 2005

Hewlett-Packard Co. (HP) is planning to build virus throttling technology into ProLiant servers and ProCurve switches starting in early 2005, an HP executive said Tuesday. The Virus Throttler technology is designed to slow the propagation of a virus or...
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Sat, Nov 27 2004 17:11

Windows 2000 Update Rollup Announcement

No new Service Pack for Windows 2000. Just an Update Rollup. See http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000/server/evaluation/news/bulletins/rollup.asp FAQ on Windows 2000 Update Rollup Announcement in http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000/server/evaluation...
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Fri, Nov 19 2004 0:58

Sophos expert to speak at Asian anti-virus conference

Sophos has announced that Paul Ducklin , Sophos's head of technology, Asia Pacific, is to speak at the AVAR (Association of Asian Anti-Virus Researchers) 2004 conference in Tokyo, Japan on November 25-26. Paul Ducklin will be participating in two expert...
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Fri, Nov 19 2004 0:56

America Online Launches AOL 9.0 Security Edition

Updated America Online Software Adds Full-Computer McAfee(R) Virus Protection, New SpyZapper(TM) Feature, Security Alerts, New SpIM Controls Comprehensive Suite of Security Features Also Includes McAfee Broadband Firewall, Improved Pop-up and Spam Controls...
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Wed, Nov 17 2004 23:18

Forescout launches free network monitoring service

Forescout Launches Free Service That Monitors Network Threats and Alerts Subscribers With Accurate, Actionable Data Unique Service Will Clean Up Internet Pollution Cupertino, CA – November 15, 2004 – ForeScout Technologies, whose patented...
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Wed, Nov 17 2004 22:40

Sybari Strengthens Instant Messaging Security

Sybari Strengthens Instant Messaging Security, Supports Microsoft Live Communication Server 2005 Sybari's Antigen 8.0 for Instant Messaging Protects Real Time Collaboration from Viruses, Worms and Spim Sybari Software Inc., a global provider of antivirus...
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Wed, Nov 17 2004 22:36

Sybari Strengthens Security for Microsoft SharePoint Products

Latest Software Version Provides Enhanced Incident Reporting, Keyword Scanning; Protects Document Sharing and Collaboration from Viruses, Worms Sybari Software Inc., a global provider of antivirus, antispam and content-filtering security software products...
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Fri, Nov 12 2004 0:16

AVG free Antivirus Fans

If you're using AVG 6 freeware, it is time to uninstall it because AVG 7 free has been released by Grisoft. You can download it from http://free.grisoft.com/freeweb.php/doc/Get+AVG+FREE/lng/us/tpl/v5 After installation do not forget to Register it (free...
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