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Windows Security: Archive: August 2004 

MS Releases XP SP2 App Testing Guide

Redmond offers more help to developers looking to test applications against the security-focused service pack.

Symantec Nabs 64-bit Windows Virus

New 'proof-of-concept' virus targets 64-bit Windows workstations.

Researcher Finds Flaws in XP SP2

German security firm finds weaknesses in the service pack's warning mechanism.

XP SP2 Warning List Released

Users should check MS list twice to avoid possible disruptions of third-party FTP programs, P2P applications and multimedia streaming software.

XP SP2 Delivery Schedule Adjusted

Enterprise customers ask for more time to prepare for SP2 via Automatic Update.

Trojan Horse Attacking SmartPhones

Unlike last week's malware, which targeted Pocket PCs, this week's malicious code hit Symbian smartphones running an illegal version of the game Mosquitoes.

Microsoft XP SP2 Blog Watch

Reading between the bloglines gives a clearer picture of Microsoft's vision and plans for XP SP2.

Critical Bug Found in AOL's AIM

A specially crafted AIM away message could put users at risk of PC takeover.

Microsoft's XP SP2 Arrives

UPDATED: The security centric update is released to manufacturing. Now, the really hard part begins.

Spyware: Who Is Really Paying the Price?

What you need to know about spyware and why it's in your best interest to keep it off the network.