Category Archives: Malware
Newer posts →DNSChanger: Is Your Machine Infected?
A particularly nasty virus, named DNSChanger, has infected millions of computers around the world in recent months. This virus prevents machines from navigating the Internet properly and, in some cases, also prevents antivirus software and operating systems from updating, leaving … Continue reading
Posted in Malware | Tagged antivirus, exploits, security advisory
Security Alert for Windows 7 64-bit
Microsoft has released an alert regarding a security vulnerability in the Windows 7 64-bit operating system that could lead to crashes and may allow hackers to run their code on affected computers. For more information on this security vulnerability, please … Continue reading
Posted in Malware | Tagged exploits, microsoft, security advisory
Upcoming: Patch Tuesday for December 2011
On the second Tuesday of every month, Microsoft issues security patches and updates for its Windows operating systems and other Microsoft software, including Office and Internet Explorer. These patches and updates often correct critical security flaws. If you are using … Continue reading
Posted in Malware, Patch Tuesday, Security Updates | Tagged microsoft, patch tuesday, software patches and updates
Security Advisory for Adobe Reader and Acrobat
A security issue has been found in Adobe Reader and Acrobat that can cause computers to crash and could potentially allow hackers to take control of your computer. Adobe is working on a fix for this issue and is expected … Continue reading
Posted in Malware, Security Updates | Tagged adobe, security advisory, software patches and updates
Facebook Malware Alert
Security professionals have reported a new malware warning for Facebook. According to reports, a worm is being spread through a link that users receive via a message in Facebook . See http://www.zdnet.com/blog/security/new-facebook-worm-spreading/9825 for additional details. Remember to exercise caution with … Continue reading
Posted in Facebook, Malware, Social Networking | Tagged antivirus, Facebook, web browser security, worm