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Microsoft IE7's zero-day hole

Microsoft warned of a new vulnerability in Internet Explorer 6 and 7 that has been targeted in attacks, and released fixes for eight holes in Windows and Office as part of Patch Tuesday. Read more »

Microsoft fixes 8 IE holes, including one used in attacks

Microsoft on Thursday issued a cumulative critical patch for Internet Explorer that fixes eight vulnerabilities, including a hole targeted in the China-based attacks on Google and other US companies. Read more »

Microsoft, Adobe prep critical security patches

Microsoft will issue one bulletin on Patch Tuesday next week that is rated "critical" for Windows 2000. Read more »

Microsoft patches critical hole in Windows kernel

Microsoft on Tuesday issued six security bulletins fixing 15 vulnerabilities, including a critical patch for holes in the Windows kernel and other Windows and Office components that could allow an attacker to take control of a computer. Read more »

Microsoft issues critical Windows patches

Microsoft on Tuesday issued five critical Windows-related updates as part of its monthly Patch Tuesday release. Read more »

Office, Windows get critical patches

Microsoft on Tuesday released nine patches, five of them critical, to plug holes in Windows and other software products. Read more »

Microsoft to fix critical hole in IE

In a rare move, Microsoft on Friday said it would be releasing security updates on Tuesday -- outside of its monthly patch cycle -- for a critical vulnerability in Internet Explorer and a moderate vulnerability in Visual Studio. Read more »

Microsoft rolls out record Patch Tuesday fixes

Microsoft has released 10 security updates fixing a record number of Patch Tuesday holes, including one for a critical hole in Internet Explorer 8 that was exploited as part of a hacking contest at CanSecWest in March. Read more »

Microsoft warns of new server vulnerability

A new, unpatched vulnerability exists in one of Microsoft's server products, the company warned late Monday. Read more »

Critical security update includes Windows 7 beta

Microsoft on Tuesday released an update to the Windows 7 beta that closes a critical hole that puts users at risk of having their computers taken over remotely if they view a maliciously crafted image file. Read more »

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10 must-have Linux web-based tools

There's no shortage of web-centric Linux tools -- the trick is figuring out which ones are best for your needs. This article offers a list of those that Jack Wallen thinks are the cream of the crop. Read more »

Clickjacking: Potentially harmful web browser exploit

Clickjacking has the potential to redirect unknowing users to malicious websites or even spy on them. We all need to be aware of clickjacking and how to avoid its trappings. 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 »

Ruby on Rails Explained

There are plenty of frameworks around but Ruby on Rails is a new breed, focused on productivity not language. Simon Jackson explains what makes it different. Read more »

Bug hunters, software firms in uneasy alliance

Although many software makers promote responsible disclosure, it isn't universally backed by the security community. Critics say it could make security companies lazy in patching. Full disclosure of flaws is better is preferred. Read more »

Dreamweaver testing scripts can lead to DB compromise

Get the details on an important flaw in sites developed with Macromedia Dreamweaver. Read more »

Software review: Features of phpBB discussion server

There are numerous open source discussion servers available for download from the Internet. This reviewer suggests that phpBB may have the best set of features and the highest level of support when compared to the rest. Read more »

Open source discussion servers: Let's discuss it

Discussion forums play a vital role in the development of Web site community. Here are some tips to help you decide what server is best for your task. Read more »

Secure SQL Server: Installing for security

Securing SQL Server is vital to the design of any database system. Learn how to install SQL securely, protect data, and ensure its validity. Read more »

Windows' HTML converter vulnerability rated Critical

A problem has been discovered in the way Windows handles HTML file conversion during cut-and-paste. This buffer overrun could allow an attacker to run rogue code. Read more »

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