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Microsoft advises 'safe mode' for Word
May 23, 2006
Following at least one targeted attack that exploits a flaw, company suggests running Office application in restricted mode.
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Computer forensics tools maker hacked
December 20, 2005
An attacker penetrates systems at Guidance Software and accesses customer records, including credit card data.
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Report: Targeted e-mail attacks increasing
April 18, 2007
Security firm has spotted a significant upswing in e-mail attacks aimed at organizations.
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Microsoft PowerPoint
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The future of malware: Trojan horses
October 13, 2006
Targeted attacks used for industrial espionage have become the nightmare scenario for big companies, researchers say.
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This week in Net attacks
April 29, 2005
Security researchers have discovered an attack aimed at would-be visitors to Google.com.
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Symantec warns users over Bluetooth security
September 21, 2007
Executive offers advice on how to combat growing security threats linked to use of Bluetooth-equipped devices.
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Another security hole found in Excel
July 7, 2006
New flaw puts computers at risk of remote attack, according to a security group's advisory.
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Antispam advocate succumbs to spammer
May 18, 2006
Eran Reshef, who asked people to bury spammers simply by replying to spam e-mails, falls victim to mass online attack.
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Targeted e-mail attacks spoof DOJ, business group
November 20, 2007
Security expert says latest attacks part of an escalating problem. Availability of toolkits, rise of social networks are making it easier for phishers. Images: Customized e-mail attacks
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AT&T launches security Webcast network
December 14, 2005
Available to AT&T Internet Protect subscribers, new service includes alerts and updates 24 hours a day.
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Top executives face personalized e-mail attacks
July 2, 2007
MessageLabs reports a surge in malicious spam aimed at individuals in senior management positions--and their family members.
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Zero-day attacks continue to hit Microsoft
September 28, 2006
Rare, out-of-cycle Windows patch fixes one flaw, but attacks through other known, yet-to-be-plugged holes continue.
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iDefense
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Symantec Corp.
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Microsoft Corp.
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Cursor hole puts Windows PCs at risk
March 29, 2007
Vulnerability in the way Windows handles animated cursors puts users at risk of serious cyberattacks. Microsoft is working on a fix.
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Security from A to Z: DDoS
November 27, 2006
Denial-of-service attacks, which take down a Web resource, are used by digital blackmailers. Part of a series on hot security topics.
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Dangerous code on Net could be used to exploit IE hole
March 24, 2006
Microsoft, experts worried about e-mail virus or other attack that could put PCs and data at risk.
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Storm worm variant ignites e-mail virus deluge
April 13, 2007
Malicious software can be contained in e-mails with "love" and "Worm Alert!" subject lines, security company Postini warns.
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VeriSign Inc.
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MyDoom sparks talks of security's future
February 3, 2004
Security experts point to the success of MyDoom as an indicator that more work is needed to defend corporate networks.
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Alex Shipp
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Counterpane Internet Security Inc.
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MessageLabs Ltd.
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SCO Group Inc.
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Phishers get personal
May 26, 2005
Spammers and online fraudsters are exploiting Web site features to learn more about their victims and better hone their attacks.
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Microsoft mulls early IE patch release
September 25, 2006
Meanwhile, a second unofficial fix is out as attacks on Internet Explorer users are reportedly increasing.
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Websense Inc.
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Is Mac OS as safe as ever?
February 27, 2006
Trio of threats suggest hackers are now eyeing the previously ignored software. Should fans worry?
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