4022344 - Security Update for Microsoft Malware Protection Engine - Version: 1.2

Posted on Friday May 12, 2017

Severity Rating: Critical Revision Note: V1.2 (May 12, 2017): Added entries into the affected software table. This is an informational change only. Summary: Microsoft is releasing this security advisory to inform customers that an update to the Microsoft Malware Protection Engine addresses a security vulnerability that was reported to Microsoft.

 

4022345 - Identifying and correcting failure of Windows Update client to receive updates - Version: 1.3

Posted on Friday May 12, 2017

Severity Rating: Critical
Revision Note: V1.3 (May 12, 2017): Updated FAQ to clarify the update that needs to be installed: “the current cumulative update”. This is an informational change only.
Summary: Microsoft is releasing this security advisory to provide information related to an uncommon deployment scenario in which the Windows Update Client may not properly scan for, or download, updates.

 

Predictability coming to Windows 10 updates

Posted on Thursday May 11, 2017

Updates to the Windows operating system have a controversial reputation. On the one hand, Microsoft issues them frequently to combat cybersecurity risks and introduce new features. On the other hand, the update frequency and requirements leave some users feeling like it's impossible to keep up. The most recent announcement from Microsoft is working to address these inconsistencies.

 

The most advanced Gmail phishing scam yet

Posted on Wednesday May 10, 2017

As the technology that recognizes and thwarts malware becomes more advanced, hackers are finding it much easier to trick overly trusting humans to do their dirty work for them. Known as social engineering, it's a dangerous trend that is becoming increasingly prevalent. Read on to educate yourself on how to avoid the most recent scam and those that came before it.

 

4021279 - Vulnerabilities in .NET Core, ASP.NET Core Could Allow Elevation of Privilege - Version: 1.1

Posted on Wednesday May 10, 2017

Revision Note: V1.1 (May 10, 2017): Advisory revised to include a table of issue CVEs and their descriptions. This is an informational change only.
Summary: Microsoft is releasing this security advisory to provide information about vulnerabilities in the public .NET Core and ASP.NET Core. This advisory also provides guidance on what developers can do to update their applications correctly.

 

New malware threats on Mac computers

Posted on Tuesday May 09, 2017

No computer is safe from malware, not even Macs. Even though incidences of viruses and malware are rare for Apple computers, they can still occur with disastrous consequences. Based on one security software firm's report, MacOS malware grew by 744% in 2016, but the number of attacks were still fewer than attacks on Windows computers. So even though they're safer, you still need to know how your Mac is vulnerable to a growing number of malware threats.

 

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