Virus/Worm Protection

MUST READ When malware attacks: Steps to proactively defend Windows TIP - As malware attacks become more creative and malicious, it's critical for administrators to proactively secure Windows. Get three steps to help save your servers from infection. Windows Firewall: Love it or hate it TIP - In this article, Kevin Beaver reviews the pros and cons of the new Windows Firewall, and weighs just how valuable it is compared to third-party firewalls.

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	Forefront beta secures SharePoint collaboration SearchWinIT.com | 29 Sep 2006 ARTICLE - Microsoft now offers a public beta of its Forefront Security for SharePoint so the company can protect its collaborative work.

	Symantec fixes Backup Exec flaw SearchSecurity.com | 11 Aug 2006 ARTICLE - Attackers could exploit flaws in Symantec Backup Exec 9.1 and 9.2 for NetWare Servers to cause a denial of service, launch malicious code and gain access to vulnerable machines.

	Symantec AntiVirus Corporate Edition vulnerable to flaw SearchSecurity.com | 26 May 2006 ARTICLE - The vendor is investigating reports of a "high-severity" flaw in its AntiVirus Corporate Edition product. Attackers could exploit it to launch malicious code.

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VIRUS/WORM PROTECTION EXPERTS
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	Determining the proper Microsoft malware removal tool Submitted By: SearchWindowsSecurity.com | 18 Oct 2007 TIP - We sort out the differences in malware protection tools -- like antivirus and antispyware -- and recommend the tools that are best suited for your Windows system.

	Run third-party malware detection tools in Windows Submitted By: SearchWindowsSecurity.com | 19 Sep 2007 TIP - Windows systems can benefit when you use third-party malware detection tools and antivirus tools to keep the systems secure.

	How can I run third-party antivirus software? 23 Jul 2007 EXPERT ANSWER - If you ever have trouble downloading and running antivirus software, this expert advice will teach you to use Internet Explorer security settings to allow the download.

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REFERENCE & LEARNING: 1 - 3 of 13

	Malware prevention and detection webcast series SearchWindowsSecurity.com | 24 Jul 2007 WEBCAST SERIES - Learn how to prevent malware infection, respond to malware outbreaks and remove malware, as well as how to select the best anti-malware tools.

	Microsoft Security Threats 21 Feb 2007 ALL-IN-ONE GUIDES - This All-in-One guide on Microsoft Security Threats supplies everything you need to know about malware, threat removal and prevention in your Windows shop.

	Rootkit prevention and detection 25 Jul 2005 FEATURED TOPIC - Rootkits are virtually undetectable tools used by hackers to control your Windows systems. Learn how to prevent, locate and eliminiate these attacks in this learning center.

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	Learn the Newest Way to Secure Your Windows Environment - Vendor Webcast VIEW WEBCAST PREMIERED:   08 NOV 2004, 09:00 EST (14:00, GMT) SUMMARY:   Improve the security of your Microsoft® Windows® Environment! New offerings from both RSA Security and Microsoft help provide better protection against viruses, hackers, and worms for employees at the office or on the road.

	Don't Be the Next Target for an Internet Mass Worm Attack - Vendor Webcast VIEW WEBCAST PREMIERED:   15 SEP 2004, 13:00 EDT (17:00, GMT) SUMMARY:   Enterprise servers are the target of attacks such as SQL Slammer & Code Red. Register now for Determina's web seminar that shows you how to go beyond detection and "best effort" prevention.

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	Prevx Published by: Prevx | 27 Sep 2005 DOWNLOAD - Prevx security products will protect your PC against the worms, trojans, malicious spyware, malware and hacker attacks that bypass traditional security technology.

	McAfee's Stinger Published by: McAfee | 23 Sep 2005 DOWNLOAD - Stinger is a stand-alone utility used to detect and remove specific viruses. It is not a substitute for full antivirus protection, but rather a tool to assist administrators and users when dealing with an infected system. ...

	AVG Anti-Virus (Free Edition) Published by: Grisoft, Inc. | 23 Sep 2005 DOWNLOAD - AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition is an antivirus protection tool. This edition is available free of charge to home users for the life of the product. Rapid virus database updates are available for the lifetime of the product, ...

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	Together, multiple tools clean and defend against malware SearchWinIT.com | 18 Sep 2003 BEST WEB LINK - The number of new worms and attack vectors are increasing, and they pose a threat to corporate networks. This article contains a collection of tips and tools that you can arm yourself with in order to defend your network. ...

	Worm writers motivated by money, not notoriety SearchSecurity.com | 24 Nov 2003 BEST WEB LINK - Gone are the days of vandalizing a Web server for kicks. Experts say worm writers are after money; that's why malicious code is targeting sensitive user information more than ever before. (Nov. 24, 2003)

	Virus management: Never a dull moment SearchSecurity.com | 07 Aug 2002 BEST WEB LINK - There has been a trend toward running antivirus scanning software at the server or gateway level rather than just at the desktop. These installations make maintenance like updating signature files much easier (compare ...

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