Tips and Information to Secure Your Windows XP / 2003 PC
Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 are ostensibly more secure than their older predecessors, but there are still plenty of vulnerabilities and pitfalls to watch out for- especially in Windows XP Home edition.
Undo Malware With System Restore
If antivirus, firewalls, anti-spyware and other protective measures don't work, you can simply go back in time to a point before your computer had problems by using System Restore.
If antivirus, firewalls, anti-spyware and other protective measures don't work, you can simply go back in time to a point before your computer had problems by using System Restore.
Disable Remote Access In Windows XP
A quick step-by-step guide to show how to disable Remote Desktop and/or Remote Assistance. If the services are not being used, they are just another door for an attacker to access your system.
A quick step-by-step guide to show how to disable Remote Desktop and/or Remote Assistance. If the services are not being used, they are just another door for an attacker to access your system.
First Look at Internet Explorer 7 Beta
A quick profile of Internet Explorer 7 and the new security features and functionality introduced in the Beta version
A quick profile of Internet Explorer 7 and the new security features and functionality introduced in the Beta version
Quick Tip: How To Configure The Windows XP SP2 Firewall
The Windows XP SP2 firewall may not offer the best protection, but it offers better protection than no firewall at all and it is built-in to Windows XP systems. This tip will show you how to configure the Windows XP SP2 firewall.
The Windows XP SP2 firewall may not offer the best protection, but it offers better protection than no firewall at all and it is built-in to Windows XP systems. This tip will show you how to configure the Windows XP SP2 firewall.
Changes to Default Settings Make Windows Server 2003 More Secure (Part 1)
In this two-part article, we’ll look at how the out-of-the-box server differs in its defaults from previous versions and how the new defaults make the OS more secure. In Part 1, we’ll focus on how the default permissions have changed, changes to the membership of the Everyone group, and ownership of objects.
In this two-part article, we’ll look at how the out-of-the-box server differs in its defaults from previous versions and how the new defaults make the OS more secure. In Part 1, we’ll focus on how the default permissions have changed, changes to the membership of the Everyone group, and ownership of objects.
Changes to Default Settings Make Windows Server 2003 More Secure (Part 2)
Microsoft has made a number of changes to the default settings in Windows 2003 to make it more secure “out of the box.” In Part 2, we’ll examine the changes that have been made to the default settings for common services and changes in the authentication process, and we’ll discuss some areas in which some believe that Server 2003’s defaults are still too open.
Microsoft has made a number of changes to the default settings in Windows 2003 to make it more secure “out of the box.” In Part 2, we’ll examine the changes that have been made to the default settings for common services and changes in the authentication process, and we’ll discuss some areas in which some believe that Server 2003’s defaults are still too open.
A Preview of Windows XP SP2 Security Center
A preview of the upcoming Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2), particularly to review the security updates and Security Center features.
A preview of the upcoming Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2), particularly to review the security updates and Security Center features.
Using Windows EFS (Encrypted File System)
Windows EFS (Encrypted File System) can help you add extra security and protection for your files to make sure that unauthorized users are unable to view or use them.
Windows EFS (Encrypted File System) can help you add extra security and protection for your files to make sure that unauthorized users are unable to view or use them.
Starting Windows XP In SafeMode
A brief article describing how to use MSCONFIG to boot your Windows XP PC into SafeMode to eradicate malware or for basic troubleshooting.
A brief article describing how to use MSCONFIG to boot your Windows XP PC into SafeMode to eradicate malware or for basic troubleshooting.
5 Steps To Secure Windows XP Home
Windows XP Home is more secure than previous home operating systems from Microsoft such as Windows 98 or Windows Me, but it still has a long way to go. Here are 5 steps you can follow to make your Windows XP Home machine more secure.
Windows XP Home is more secure than previous home operating systems from Microsoft such as Windows 98 or Windows Me, but it still has a long way to go. Here are 5 steps you can follow to make your Windows XP Home machine more secure.
Sasser Worm Exploits MS04-011 Vulnerability
The Sasser worm is spreading rapidly across the Internet exploiting a buffer overflow in the LSASS (Local Security Authority Server Service) process. Microsoft released a patch for this vulnerability in Security Bulletin MS04-011 in early April.
The Sasser worm is spreading rapidly across the Internet exploiting a buffer overflow in the LSASS (Local Security Authority Server Service) process. Microsoft released a patch for this vulnerability in Security Bulletin MS04-011 in early April.
Microsoft Security Bulletins: March 2004
Three new Security Bulletins were released by Microsoft for March 2004: MS04-008 affects Windows Media Services. MS04-009 affects Microsoft Outlook 2002. And, MS04-010 affects MSN Messenger.
Three new Security Bulletins were released by Microsoft for March 2004: MS04-008 affects Windows Media Services. MS04-009 affects Microsoft Outlook 2002. And, MS04-010 affects MSN Messenger.
ASN.1 Vulnerability- What's The Big Deal?
Microsoft Security Bulletin MS04-007 addresses a flaw with the ASN.1 (Abstract Syntax Notation) implementation in Windows. Some say this may be the biggest vulnerability in Windows yet- is it just hype and paranoia, or is there a reason to be concerned?
Microsoft Security Bulletin MS04-007 addresses a flaw with the ASN.1 (Abstract Syntax Notation) implementation in Windows. Some say this may be the biggest vulnerability in Windows yet- is it just hype and paranoia, or is there a reason to be concerned?
Microsoft Security Bulletins- February 2004
Microsoft released three new vulnerability bulletins this month- MS04-005, MS04-006 and MS04-007. The MS04-007 bulletin addresses a particularly critical hole in ASN.1 that users should patch as soon as possible.
Microsoft released three new vulnerability bulletins this month- MS04-005, MS04-006 and MS04-007. The MS04-007 bulletin addresses a particularly critical hole in ASN.1 that users should patch as soon as possible.
Windows XP Security "Flaw"
Windows XP is marketed as the most secure Windows operating system to date. A potential flaw was recently discovered that allows a user to bypass Windows XP password security by using a Windows 2000 boot disc.
Windows XP is marketed as the most secure Windows operating system to date. A potential flaw was recently discovered that allows a user to bypass Windows XP password security by using a Windows 2000 boot disc.
Microsoft's New Antivirus Partnership
Microsoft announced the formation of VIA (Virus Information Alliance) in partnership with Network Associates AVERT and Trend Micro TrendLabs to collaborate on research and cooperate on communicating new virus threats.
Microsoft announced the formation of VIA (Virus Information Alliance) in partnership with Network Associates AVERT and Trend Micro TrendLabs to collaborate on research and cooperate on communicating new virus threats.
Windows NT: R.I.P.
Microsoft has not stopped officially supporting Windows NT, but they may have started nailing the coffin. Microsoft announced that it is impossible to patch Windows NT against the latest vulnerability
Microsoft has not stopped officially supporting Windows NT, but they may have started nailing the coffin. Microsoft announced that it is impossible to patch Windows NT against the latest vulnerability
Rootkits: Stealth Hacking
Rootkits have been used for over 10 years to gain privileged access, attack computer systems and conceal the actions of the intruder on Unix and Linux. Now they're invading the Windows world.
Rootkits have been used for over 10 years to gain privileged access, attack computer systems and conceal the actions of the intruder on Unix and Linux. Now they're invading the Windows world.
Flaw Found with Windows Script Engine
Microsoft announced a vulnerability discovered in the Windows Script Engine that can be exploited when viewing active scripting content on a web page. All versions of Windows are affected.
Microsoft announced a vulnerability discovered in the Windows Script Engine that can be exploited when viewing active scripting content on a web page. All versions of Windows are affected.
Microsoft's Baseline Security Analyzer
In response to the avalanche of criticism Microsoft has received regarding the security of their products, Microsoft created a free tool to analyze your security configuration. Read a review of this free tool.
In response to the avalanche of criticism Microsoft has received regarding the security of their products, Microsoft created a free tool to analyze your security configuration. Read a review of this free tool.
Microsoft Windows Security 101
An introduction to the major security issues and vulnerabilities for various Windows-based operating systems and servers.
An introduction to the major security issues and vulnerabilities for various Windows-based operating systems and servers.
Annoying Pop-Up Spam
An article on the neverending quest for marketers to invade your privacy and what you can do to stop this latest breed of spam from hitting your computer.
An article on the neverending quest for marketers to invade your privacy and what you can do to stop this latest breed of spam from hitting your computer.
Windows XP Developer's Site
This Windows XP Web site is an excellent resource for developers.
This Windows XP Web site is an excellent resource for developers.
Windows XP: Is it safe?
An article dealing with security concerns in this highly improved but still bugged operating system.
An article dealing with security concerns in this highly improved but still bugged operating system.
Interview with Scott Culp
An interview at The Register's Web site with Microsoft security program manager, Scott Culp, debating the security impact of raw sockets support in Windows XP.
An interview at The Register's Web site with Microsoft security program manager, Scott Culp, debating the security impact of raw sockets support in Windows XP.
Microsoft's Security News Pages
The vendor posts what's new for security in Windows XP's professional and home editions here.
The vendor posts what's new for security in Windows XP's professional and home editions here.
ITWorld.com on XP Security
Discusses Windows XP security issues raised in the beta version.
Discusses Windows XP security issues raised in the beta version.
Plan Ahead to Catch an Intruder
Many computers do not audit activity or record logs of what has happened. To make forensic investigation easier, or to prevent intrusion in the first place, you must enable and review your system logs.
Many computers do not audit activity or record logs of what has happened. To make forensic investigation easier, or to prevent intrusion in the first place, you must enable and review your system logs.