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roundup Companies' earnings show the losses--and profits--due to MSBlast. Also: Son of MSBlast?

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roundup Companies' earnings show the losses--and profits--due to MSBlast. Also: Son of MSBlast?

Security woes hit Microsoft balance sheet
The software giant says companies were reluctant to sign new long-term contracts in the most recent quarter amid concern over the MSBlast worm and other security issues.
October 23, 2003

Worm windfall bolsters Symantec
The security firm sees a sharp rise in sales and profits and raises its revenue expectations, thanks to the rise in security concerns.
October 22, 2003

Son of MSBlast on the way?
A program that exploits a software vulnerability Microsoft recently described could spell trouble for companies that haven't quickly patched their system.
October 23, 2003