Polymorphism
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Magistr.B is a dangerous variation
News A new version of the polymorphic worm Magistr is lurking on the Internet. Designed to bypass current antivirus scanners, this variation can spread via Eudora, Outlook, Netscape and other Internet email clients.
SirCam worm is now a worldwide epidemic
News Normally, viruses peak then fade out gradually. But SirCam isn't going away--it's actually infecting more and more computers.
Cloaked code sneaks by corporate security
News A new technique for disguising programs aimed at cracking corporate networks could raise the stakes in the heated battle between hackers and security experts.
Worm surge exploits Microsoft vulnerability
News A surge in worm activity for a patched Microsoft flaw means IT professionals need to apply the update, says F-Secure.
Tags: Viruses and worms, Business applications, Servers, Microsoft Corp., Malware, Security, F-Secure Corp., Worm, IT Security, Vulnerability
Windows Server worm can spread via USB
News The worm called Downadup that is attacking business systems also propagates via USB, says F-Secure.
Tags: Viruses and worms, Antivirus software, F-Secure Corp., Worm, USB, polymorphism, Computer, Server, Microsoft Windows Server, CERT
Technical overview of the SAP Business Workflow
Insight SAP Business Workflow is used by consultants on SAP contracts to trigger events based on business actions. For example, an application for leave would trigger other SAP applications to engage. Here's a look at how this process works.
The 10 faces of computer malware
Techguide The complexity of today's IT environment makes it easy for computer malware to exist, even flourish. Being informed about what's out there is a good first step to avoid problems.
Tags: Network security, PC security, Data security, Security Management, Security applications/tools, Malware, Scanner, Rootkit, Michael Kassner, operating system
Pick an antivirus solution that will grow with your network
Techguide Here's how you can choose the right antivirus solution for your company network, and one that will grow as your network grows.
Polymorphic Simile.D virus could be a watershed event
Insight Although it can be a pain in the server to maintain two operating systems, it's always been comforting to know that if you had, for example, both Linux/UNIX and Windows systems running, at least one would be immune to any new attack. That's no longer the case.
Check Point to tack on NFR Security
News In a deal valued at US$20 million, Check Point Software Technologies gels a new growth strategy: buy others.
Tags: Network security, Security applications/tools, Acquisitions
Sophos: Virus targets antivirus researchers
News The proof of concept virus appears not to be a threat to the majority of companies or even home PC users.
Tags: Data security, Security
Recon worms on the way, experts say
News Viruses that reconnoiter your computer for flaws before they attack are expected to become more common.
Tags: Viruses and worms
Rootkits get better at hiding
News A new Trojan horse is using "rootkit" techniques crafted to avoid security software detection.
Tags: Security, Antivirus software
'Judge' found Downunder
News A virus - which infected a large number of French corporations in March this year - has made its way to Australian shores, laying down its heavy handed tactics on at least one corporation.
Anna virus rushes the Net
News A virus posing as a photo of Russian tennis player Anna Kournikova spread aggressively on Monday, as major security companies rushed to update their antivirus software to detect the fast-spreading email virus.
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