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Microsoft hopes free security means less malware
Robert Lemos, 2008-11-20

The software giant says shutting down Windows Live OneCare to release the software as a free tool could make consumers more secure.

Apple plugs a dozen iPhone security holes
News Brief, 2008-11-21
The consumer technology firm releases an update for its popular iPhone, fixing flaws in the browser, its code for handling images and graphics, and its utility for viewing Office files.

Brief study shows difficulty in detecting malware
News Brief, 2008-11-20
With attackers churning out numerous variants of malicious code, one researcher finds that only about 4 out of 10 antivirus engines detect recent threats.

Microsoft to replace OneCare with free service
Microsoft sees value in exploitability index
McColo takedown nets massive drop in spam
Firm offers $1 million bounty for blackmailers
Patch Tuesday a fairly minor one for Microsoft
Anti-malware testing group release standards

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