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Windows Server 2008: Manage Internet Explorer Enhanced Security Configuration
In Windows Server 2003, Microsoft introduced the Internet Explorer Enhanced Security Configuration feature. In many organizations, the first task that admins take is to disable this "feature" as it can very quickly become a hindrance to getting work done. To disable the feature, you had to use ASdd/Remove...
Tags: Security, Microsoft Windows Server, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Web Browsers, Servers, Operating Systems, Software, Internet, Hardware, Scott Lowe
Blog posts 2007-12-14
The flaw that "Firefoxed" Internet Explorer
A few days back there was immense furor over the zero-day vulnerability that used a potential handling of a FireFox URL protocol by IE to execute malicious JavaScript code. The flaw was triggered on a system with FireFox installed and IE used for browsing. ...
Tags: Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Corp., Flaw, User Interaction, Web Browsers, Security, Internet, Arun Radhakrishnan
Blog posts 2007-07-23
Internet Explorer Security Settings
I have several users that have recently had problems downloading files from the internet/intranet. When attempting to open a file or download a file, the error "Your current security settings do not allow for this file to be downloaded" is recieved. I have tried setting the IE6 security settings to...
Tags: Microsoft Internet Explorer, klink.k@..., security setting, security
Discussion threads 2007-07-16
(in)Security: IE critical browser vulnerabilities and a Firefox quick fix
Have you installed the NoScript extension for better security with Firefox?I've been using NoScript for several months, and it occasionally gets in the way, but I continue to desire security over convenience. Have you tried NoScript? What do you think of it?Yes I use itIt can be a PIA, but...
Tags: Web browsers, johnbartley, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Web browser, NoScript Extension, security, Mozilla Firefox
Discussion threads 2007-06-04
(in)Security: IE critical browser vulnerabilities and a Firefox quick fix
Sister site ZDNet reports gaping security holes in both Internet Explorer and Firefox today, but there's an unverified report of a quick fix for the Firefox vuln. Fully-patched, up to date versions of IE6 and IE7 were said to be susceptible to JavaScript hacks, as per a...
Tags: Mozilla Firefox, Vulnerability, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Web Browser, Web Browsers, Security, Internet, John Bartley K7AAY
Blog posts 2007-06-04
Get up to speed on Microsoft's seven critical security bulletins
For May's Patch Tuesday, Microsoft released seven security bulletins -- and they're all critical updates. John McCormick tells you what you need to know about all seven security bulletins. May's Patch Tuesday didn't just mean seven critical security bulletins for admins to worry about -- it also welcomed...
Tags: Microsoft Corp., John McCormick, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Word processors, security, vulnerability, IT Locksmith Newsletter, Version, Microsoft BizTalk Server, Service Pack 2, Update, Threat, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Bulletin, Security Bulletin, Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2, Office Suites, Software
Technical articles 2007-05-14
PC Tools Firewall Plus 2.0: The Right Tool for the Job?
Numerous options exist for protecting Windows systems from malicious traffic. While Windows boasts its own Firewall, many deride it as ineffective. More expensive and more difficult to administer hardware-based firewalls are another option. All many users require, however, is an effective software-based firewall. PC Tools Firewall Plus...
Tags: Job, Firewalls, screenshots, right tool, firewall, software, Program, DHCP, Infection, Printer, Application, Network Printer, Hard Drive, Monitor, Microsoft Outlook, Network Administration, PC Tools Spyware Doctor, Internet, Workstation, Window, Trojan Horse, Malicious Program, Specification, IP, Server, IP Address, Microsoft Windows, E-mail Message, TCP, Small Business, Microsoft Internet Explorer, UDP, Consulting, Hardware, User, Anti-spyware, PC Tools Firewall, Network security, NETWORKING, PC Tools, Tool, Security, Erik Eckel
Image galleries 2007-05-09
Win XP Home IE 7 Security Nag
I recently re-installed XP Media Edition. In the past, I was able to use gpedit.msc to stop the IE 7 security "nag" that appears on the top of every page by using this tip:... it is possible to disable it using Group Policy (gpedit.msc). Navigate to Local Computer Policy...
Tags: Web browsers, Microsoft Windows, harland41@..., Microsoft Internet Explorer, security, Windows Components, Microsoft Windows XP
Discussion threads 2007-04-05
Unpatched Hole in IE 6/7 for fully patched XP SP2 .ani file related EXPLOIT CODE PUBLISHED
Originally reported by McAfee, the vulnerability is related to animation files played in Internet Explorer versions 6 and 7 even in fully patched systems.There is a description of the exploit at http://vil.nai.com/vil/content/v_141860.htm This is probably a low-level threat but the exploit has already been seen, so it is probably worth...
Tags: Security, Microsoft, Internet, Ie6, IE
Blog posts 2007-03-29
IE security zones locked server 2003
We have a windows 2003 domain based network. A program called golds disk was run and it locked down security settings. Unfortunately it locked IE security zones and we cannot figure out how to unlock them. I am not sure if it was a regedit or GPO edit because it...
Tags: Web browsers, andrew.vlasek@..., security, server, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Unlock, Spybot-Search & Destroy, ExplorerControl Panel
Discussion threads 2007-03-28
Study: Windows has fewest security holes
SilenceNo comments eh! - where are all the *nix and Mac people now?Windows XP/2000 and Internet Explorer are the least SAFE to use, by far.Counting vulnerabilties number of times you leave your door unlocked is interesting. But, I care most about exploits in the wild burglars in the neighborhood. Windows...
Tags: Web browsers, Operating systems, security, TheTechMail, Microsoft Windows, Windows XP/2000, Microsoft Internet Explorer
Discussion threads 2007-03-28
Can Everyone See Your Cut-'n'-Paste? Probably, if you use IE 6 or earlier.
One of the things that separates complete novices from beginners and more advanced PC users is the use of Ctrl-C and Ctrl-V. Probably everyone reading this uses the Windows cut-and-paste feature every few minutes on a busy day.I bet your executives do it and, lets face it, even the most...
Tags: Security, Microsoft, Passwords, Windows, Hacks, End-user Communication, Internet, IE, Ie6, data theft, privacy
Blog posts 2007-03-17
Computer won't read online PDF documents
At a rapidly accelerating rate, websites are presenting PDF files to read pages.I have Acrobat Reader 6. When I click on one of these links nothing happens. Absolutely nothing. I just get a blank screen which says: "Done."How can I read these o
Tags: software, online, pdf, can't read, computer, Adobe PDF, Microsoft Internet Explorer, jardinier, security, Security Tab
Discussion threads 2007-03-09
Internet Explorer 7 (Configure Internet Explorer 7's new security features)
Download PleaseIt'd be great to have this info available in a PDF download.Format comment, not contentWhere's the Print Article link? Having the article in one printable window is crucial for those of use who haven't time to click through screens w/o the ability to read it offline.If I missed where...
Tags: jdecesare@..., feedback, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Internet Explorer 7, security
Discussion threads 2007-02-23
Configure Internet Explorer 7's new security features
Learn to configure and use Internet Explorer 7's new security features.
Tags: Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Internet Explorer 7, security
Image galleries 2007-02-21
IE 7.0 Shut down
When a user goes to a specific website and click's on any links IE 7.0 instantly shuts down. On occassion they will receive a message allowing the user to send a error report to Microsoft. This does not happen at any other computers running IE 7.0 or earlier...
Tags: Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Internet Explorer 7, VCHD_IT
Discussion threads 2007-02-21
Use the Runas command in Windows 2000 Server
Missing switchOne thing I sorely miss is the ability to use "runas" in my scripts. As far as I know, it only accepts the password on the interactive prompt. There's no switch to provide the password with the runas command.PasswordIn article missing very important information that is necessary to submit...
Tags: it management, josipogo, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows 2000 Server, networking, password, Runas, security, server, windows
Discussion threads 2007-02-20
Allow iexplore
Hi there,The other day I foolishly disallowed iexplore.exe not realising that it would prevent my internet explorer from working! Can anyone explain how I re-allow iexplore so as to enable internet explorer?Any advice would be most appreciated.Thanks, DavidIt depends...on which application blocked iexplore.exe. The Windows Firewall only blocks incoming...
Tags: System Control, moz_dj@..., blockeD, windows, security, software, hardware, web, internet, explorer, Microsoft Internet Explorer
Discussion threads 2007-02-19
Microsoft releases six critical security bulletins for February
For February's Patch Tuesday, Microsoft released a dozen security bulletins, rating six of them as critical. John McCormick tells you what you need to know about the six critical updates. For February's Patch Tuesday, Microsoft released 12 security bulletins, half of which the company has rated as critical....
Tags: Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Corp., John McCormick, Microsoft Office, Web browsers, security, COM Object Instantiation Memory Corruption Vulnerability, vulnerability, Microsoft Security Bulletin, Microsoft Security, Microsoft Internet Explorer 7, IT Locksmith Newsletter, Workaround, Threat, Bulletin, Security Bulletin, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Word, Word Processors, Operating Systems, Software, Office Suites
Technical articles 2007-02-16
IE 7 gives secure Web sites the green light
Link to the imageIn IE7, green means gohttp://news.com.com/2300-1029_3-6155822.htmlStay on top of the latest tech news with our free IT News Digest newsletter, delivered each weekday. Automatically sign up today!http://nl.com.com/MiniFormHandler?brand=techrepublic&list_id=e019
Tags: Sonja Thompson, windows, microsoft, security, software, ie 7, news, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Internet Explorer 7, Web, Web site
Discussion threads 2007-02-05


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