security risks

  1. MS16-146 - Critical: Security Update for Microsoft Graphics Component (3204066) - Version: 1.0

    Severity Rating: Critical Revision Note: V1.0 (December 13, 2016): Bulletin published. Summary: This security update resolves vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows. The most severe of the vulnerabilities could allow remote code execution if a user either visits a specially crafted website or...
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    Windows XP Difficulty Connecting to the Internet

    I have an old (10 years) computer which I have had to reinstall Windows XP on.This was done using the original installation disc. To use this disc I had to reformat the hard drive. The computer is now running XP again. The original installation disc was of course also 10 years old so the...
  3. 3097966 - Inadvertently Disclosed Digital Certificates Could Allow Spoofing - Version: 1.0

    Revision Note: V1.0 (September 24, 2015): Advisory published. Summary: Microsoft is aware of four digital certificates that were inadvertently disclosed by D-Link Corporation that could be used in attempts to spoof content. The disclosed end-entity certificates cannot be used to issue other...
  4. TA13-175A: Risks of Default Passwords on the Internet

    Original release date: April 10, 2013 | Last revised: June 24, 2013 Systems Affected Any system using password authentication accessible from the internet may be affected. Critical infrastructure and other important embedded systems, appliances, and devices are of particular concern...
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    Windows 7 Windows 7 Troubleshooter not working.

    Hey guys. I am new here. I have been searching for a solution to a problem that i have. None of my troubleshooters work. When i first installed Windows 7, they did work until i let it update. I have seen this problem posted all over with no solutions. I read somewhere that it was a microsoft...
  6. Windows 7 Fake Anti-viruses!Read carefully!PC infection.

    From many searches and many videos,i found fake antiviruses infecting PC:mad:,Beware of:Antivirus 360,System security,Windows police,Windows XP police.And many more,they block every page at internet,they say clean files as viruses.Don't download any weird thing that you don't know...
  7. Exploitability Index Improvements & Advance Notification Service for May 2011 Bulletin Release

    Hello everyone, Today we are announcing changes to Microsoft’s Link Removed Since October 2008, we have used the Exploitability Index to provide customers with valuable exploitability analysis for our security bulletins, and starting Tuesday this information will become even more...
  8. 5 questions to ask about Osama bin Laden's death

    By now, you probably know that a small team of American operatives found and killed Osama bin Laden in Pakistan. We’ll know more over the coming days and weeks, but for now, here are five questions Americans should ask of our leaders. 1. How have our objectives changed in Iraq and...
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    Windows 7 Viruses and other nasties.

    Hi all, I've been on Windows 7 Ultimate x64 since January this year. Before this, I used XP (2003-2010). My problem is that now I'm using Windows 7, I seem to be getting invaded by malware. Since January, I've had over 10 cases of fake antivirus programs and the like (most recently something...
  10. First Human Infected With Computer Virus

    BBC News - First human 'infected with computer virus' Dr Gasson admits that the trial is a proof of principle A British scientist says he is the first man in the world to become infected with a computer virus. Dr Mark Gasson from the University of Reading had a chip inserted in his hand...
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    Protection

    Sandbox There is an option in the True Image software called Try&Decide. This feature allows creating a secure, controlled temporary workspace on your computer without requiring you to install special virtualization software. You can perform various system operations without worrying that you...
  12. Windows XP What happens to XP after June 30?

    Hey guys, Just wondering, does anyone know what will happen to XP after June 30? Will Microsoft allow people to use it freely, or just be avaliable illegally (or resold only from old stock).