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Exploit code makes IE flaw more dangerous
The threat posed by a critical flaw in Internet Explorer has been ratcheted up by the release of a program designed to exploit the vulnerability, security researchers warned on Thursday. Read more »
'Dangerous' Flash exploit can infect by stealth
A Flash flaw discovered this month could change the face of Web security by allowing criminals to infect users of any browser or operating system with malware — without making their browser or application crash. Read more »
Symantec: Mozilla browsers more vulnerable than IE
Mozilla Web browsers are potentially more vulnerable to attack than Microsoft's Internet Explorer, according to a Symantec report. Read more »
Facebook banner ad serves an IE exploit
Unpatched PCs running Internet Explorer could fall victim to adware when visiting social networking site Facebook. Read more »
Code to exploit Windows graphics flaw now public
A sample program hit the Internet on Wednesday, showing by example how malicious coders could compromise Windows computers by using a flaw in the handling of a widespread graphics format by Microsoft's software. Read more »
Bumper crop of Microsoft patches on the way
Microsoft customers should brace for an onslaught of security updates. Read more »
Apple QuickTime zero-day flaw 'extremely critical'
Security research firm Secunia has reported what it calls an "extremely critical" vulnerability in media-streaming program Apple QuickTime. Read more »
IE plus Firefox equals 'critical' security risk
Firefox combined with Internet Explorer on the same desktop opens up a zero day vulnerability that is highly critical, according to security researchers. Read more »
Microsoft rushes out 'critical' fix
Microsoft issued a "critical" security fix for Windows on Tuesday in the US, two weeks before its scheduled release date. Read more »
Flawed Safari browser endangers Windows users
Two security flaws have been found in the recently released Windows version of Apple's Safari browser — despite Apple's attempts to increase the user-base for Safari, its small size will help protect users, say security experts. Read more »
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Safe browser an oxymoron?
In November 2003, the CERT Coordination Center first advised Web users to consider using a Web browser other than Microsoft Internet Explorer. Read more »
What is cross-site scripting?
Cross-site scripting, also known as "XSS," is a class of security exploit that has gotten a fair bit of attention in the last few years. This article explains what it is and where the dangers lie. Read more »
Be proactive in your fight against malware
Mike Mullins discusses the merits of proactive security and explains why it's better to know whether a Web site is potentially harmful before you browse. Read more »
Why interactive site features can conflict with security
Interactive features on Web sites can offer great benefits to users, but may conflict with security concerns. We look at the ongoing war between interactive Web site features and better browser security. Read more »
The secrets of open source security
The Linux vs. Windows security debate is a contest of examples, which stand in place of the concepts that comprise a larger, more fundamental question of what the security benefits and detriments are for the open source and closed source development models. Read more »
Improve usability with friendly URLs
One of the many issues bandied about by Web developers is providing user-friendly URLs that are both friendly to the eyes and the fingers while typing. Read more »
The Mobile Future
The next battle for the hearts and minds of internet developers will be fought on the mobile phone. Read more »
Using Perl to take control of HTTP caching
This article shows how to take advantage of HTTP caching and expiry features with the help of Perl. Read more »
Adding value changing functionality to the HTML file input element
The HTML file input element is a valuable commodity that can add value to intranet applications. This article provides simple code that will allow you to control the value of this element. Read more »
Watch out for IE Local Zone script injection flaw
A flaw in the way Internet Explorer handles some errors, discovered by security company GreyMagic, could result in an attacker being able to read local files on a system or run various scripting commands. Get the details. Read more »
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QuickTime and Firefox combine for insecurity
-- A vulnerability in Apple Software's QuickTime media player can be exploited to execute remote javascript code, or by tapping into Firefox's chrome engine can execute remote code of any kind. Read more »
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