Security news
Security news15 February 2006
Microsoft issues fixes for critical security holes in its software
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| Microsoft has described the vulnerabilities as critical. |
As part of its monthly patch distribution, Microsoft has issued a series of new security updates, two of which are categorized as critical. The vulnerabilities, if left unpatched, allow hackers to run malicious code on unprotected computers. This month's security updates affect Microsoft Windows, Windows Media Player, Microsoft Office, and Internet Explorer.
"It is essential that computers are protected from unauthorized access by remote hackers," said Ron O'Brien, senior security analyst at Sophos. "All computer users need to patch against these flaws in Microsoft's software as quickly as possible, before hackers and virus writers try and take advantage of them."
Home users of Microsoft Windows can visit update.microsoft.com to have their systems scanned for critical Microsoft security vulnerabilities.
Sophos suggests that every IT manager responsible for security should consider subscribing to vulnerability mailing lists such as that operated by Microsoft at www.microsoft.com/technet/security/bulletin/notify.mspx.
Sophos continues to recommend companies protect their desktops and servers with automatically updated anti-virus protection.
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Sophos enables enterprises all over the world to secure and control their IT infrastructure. Sophos's network access control, endpoint, web and email solutions simplify security to provide integrated defenses against malware, spyware, intrusions, unwanted applications, spam, policy abuse, data leakage and compliance drift. With over 20 years of experience, Sophos protects over 100 million users in nearly 150 countries with its reliably engineered security solutions and services. Recognized for its high level of customer satisfaction and powerful yet easy-to-use solutions, Sophos has received many industry awards, as well as positive reviews and certifications.
Sophos is headquartered in Boston, US and Oxford, UK. More information is available at www.sophos.com
