Wednesday, July 8, 2009

THREAT: INTERNET EXPLORER FLAW GIVES HACKERS



INVISUS IALERT


WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

Microsoft corp. has released a warning about a serious
computer security vulnerability it hasn't fised yet.

This new hole disclosed Monday affects Internet
explorer users whos computers run the windows xp or windows
server 2003 operating software.

The exploit used by hackers can allow them to remotely take control
of victims' machines. What makes this treat even more serious
is that the victims don't need to do anything to get
infected except visit web site that's been hacked. there
are no prompts to download anything or open anything up.

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO:

* What you need to do:

*Try not to visit any sites you are unfamiliar with until this is
patched by microsoft.

* Remember to always keep your INVISUS software updated
and run scans regularly. Your software will detect tools
the hacker may use to control your computer.

* Don't click on links or visit websites that are sent to you in
emails . they may be taking you to a hacked website.


OTHER INFORMATION:

The vulnerability affects a part of Internet Explorer that is
used to play video. The Problem arises from the way the video
software interacts with internet explorer, which opens a hole for
hackers to tunnel into.

Thousands of sites have been hacked to serve up malicoius
software that exploits the vulnerability. People are drawn
to these sites by clicking a link in spam e-mail.

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