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Bypass found for Windows piracy check
May 23, 2005 Using a tool from Microsoft, it is possible to get around the company's piracy test, a researcher says.Vista hacked at Black Hat
August 4, 2006 Researcher bypasses a security mechanism designed to prevent some driver software from running in the Windows update.Microsoft meets the hackers
June 16, 2005 special report In the name of education, the software giant invites security researchers to infiltrate Windows systems.Researcher: Macs not as expensive as thought
May 16, 2006 A comparably equipped Windows-based computer is only about 13 percent less expensive than a Mac, says analyst.Vista, Leopard, Linux to compete in hack contest
February 7, 2008 An ethical hacking contest will pit the three operating systems against each other next month at CanSecWest conference.HP ships USB sticks with malware
April 9, 2008 Hewlett-Packard has released a batch of USB keys for numerous Proliant server models which contain malware that could allow an attacker to take over an infected system. (From ZDNet Australia)Windows-based cash machines 'easily hacked'
March 4, 2008 ATMs that rely on desktop PC technology--and that's a lot of them--are at risk from worms, key loggers, and denial-of-service attacks.Fixes coming for Windows flaws
December 8, 2005 Microsoft plans to release two security alerts with patches for an unspecified number of flaws in the operating system.Symantec sees an Achilles' heel in Vista
July 18, 2006 New networking technologies in Windows Vista will be less stable and secure than in XP, at least in the short term, Symantec researchers say.Windows Wi-Fi vulnerability discovered
January 16, 2006 Feature can be exploited to include a user's PC in a peer-to-peer network, allowing access to information on its hard drive.Microsoft probes report of IE flaw
September 28, 2005 "Moderately critical" flaw could let an outsider manipulate data on a PC or aid in spoof-based attacks, security experts say.Sony CD protection sparks security concerns
November 1, 2005 Anticopying tools used by SonyBMG could be adapted by virus writers, researchers say.Chills at Microsoft's security huddle
July 24, 2006 Microsoft has quietly held meetings with top antivirus researchers for almost 10 years, but there's some unease now that Redmond is a rival.Botnets use Windows for wicked work
March 16, 2005 Honeynet Project research finds that Microsoft's OS is the preferred vehicle for zombie armies.iTunes and QuickTime flaw detailed
December 21, 2005 Flaw could put systems running Windows and Mac OS X at risk of attack, warns security researcher.Hackers work to exploit latest Firefox flaw
September 13, 2005 Researchers claim they have found ways to exploit a serious flaw in Firefox and Mozilla browsers, a sign that attacks could be on the way.How to protect your computer from viruses
September 21, 2000 Computer users don't need to feel helpless against the onslaught of viruses such as "NewLove," according to antivirus experts.The hunt is on for file format bugs
July 28, 2005 New tools released on Thursday could help researchers pinpoint flaws in popular formats, like JPEG and GIF.Kaspersky confirms antivirus software flaw
October 4, 2005 The problem affects Windows products only and preliminary protection was available last week. A permanent fix is in the works.More security hiccups for IE
November 17, 2004 Researchers have found a trio of flaws in Internet Explorer--making almost 20 in total.
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