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Windows Security: Archive: January 2004 

IE Patch Could Disrupt E-Commerce

A planned fix for URL spoofing browser flaws could return error messages on Web sites that use clear text to authenticate user names and passwords.

'MyDoom' Variant Blocking Ad Servers

Virus could result in under-delivery of online campaigns.

Gov't Rolls Out Cyber Alert System

The federal government's cyber security division unveils a new unit to serve as a clearinghouse of data on malicious hacking and virus threats against computer systems.

'Bagle' Virus Threat Upgraded

New e-mail virus includes a backdoor component which could allow an attacker to execute malicious code on infected systems.

Windows Patch Management, Introduction

Advancements in patch management have made it easier to keep Windows environments secure. We kick off our Windows Patch Management series with some recent history about patch-related technologies and an overview of general patch management concepts.

Microsoft Issues 3 Patches; IE Fix Delayed

UPDATE: First major patch of the year includes three big fixes, but five 'extremely critical' holes in Internet Explorer are pending.

Exploring Windows 2003 Security: IP Security

Tutorial: Discover the improvements made to IPSec on Windows Server 2003 and get caught up with a general overview of the technology.

AntiOnline Security Spotlight: The Evils of Default Security

Are 'hardened by default' systems lulling computer users into a false sense of security?

Blaster Worm Still Active; Removal Tool Released

Tardy home users with unpatched systems are the main culprits.

Microsoft Responds to Latest IM Worm

Following the latest public instant messaging security woe, Redmond cautions continued vigilance.

Report: Web Services, ID Management Key to Apps Security

Federated identity management will become a core of the application and network platform, according to a new report.

MSN Messenger Worm Making Rounds

Jitux.A worm uses the popular IM network to spread itself.