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New exploits target Windows
New exploits target Windows
Robert Vamosi Former Editor
As CNET's former resident security expert, Robert Vamosi has been interviewed on the BBC, CNN, MSNBC, and other outlets to share his knowledge about the latest online threats and to offer advice on personal and corporate security.
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SANS.org's warns that three new public exploits released within the last 24 hours affect the Windows Plug-n-Play vulnerability (MS05-039). SANS goes on to report that exploits now exist for at least four of the six vulnerabilities that Microsoft patched in its August security bulletin, with multiple exploits existing for the IE patch, raising the likelihood that some virus or worm may be created to take advantage of these flaws. The CNET Virus Threat Watch remains at Medium. Now is an excellent time to update your Windows system with the latest patches, if you haven't already done so.