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    SirCam is mass-mailing worm with a sophisticated means of propagation: its own email engine. This worm has the ability to spread quickly and can shut down email servers with excess traffic.

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    A serious flaw exists in certain versions of the popular Sendmail open-source and commercial e-mail software, but fixes are available, researchers said on Wednesday.

  • 'High' risk in Symantec antivirus software flaw

    Symantec's antivirus software contains a vulnerability that could be exploited by a malicious hacker to take control of a system, the company said late on Tuesday.

  • Fix in for Windows flaw

    Microsoft on Tuesday issued an "important" Windows security fix as part of its monthly patch cycle, tackling a script injection vulnerability that could allow an attacker to take over a PC.

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    Some of your old servers may be ready for retirement, but others can still play a useful role in your business. Discover some ways to turn a potential doorstop into a valuable piece of equipment.

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    The software giant has issued a flurry of medium-level security threats that Windows administrators need to be aware of. Additional reading: The beginning of the end for Microsoft?

  • Anti-virus protection tips for today's enterprise

    Today's polymorphic viruses nearly escape detection by mutating as they spread. Related news: NetSky variant greater threat than thought

  • Leaked Windows code could spawn new threats

    Some Windows source code was recently leaked across the Internet and reports claim that Internet Explorer may be the software most affected. See what happened and what you need to do about it. Additional reading: Defending against insider infections

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    Looking for firewall solutions? We review nine options to suit your corporate needs.

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    Power users looking for an email solution that can also help to cut spam should consider Eudora 6.1. However, Notes and Outlook offer cleaner, more intuitive interfaces.

  • Antivirus hardware: 3 appliances tested

    If e-mail security is giving you headaches, before you turn to voodoo magic, try one of these hardware appliance solutions.

  • Intego NetBarrier for Windows

    After years of being lauded in the Macintosh universe, Intego's NetBarrier is now available for the Windows crowd. But how does it stand up to competitors such as Norton and ZoneAlarm?

  • Worm out of virus management

    Antivirus management is complex, time consuming, and absolutely essential. Handing it over to a service provider could prove to be the easiestâ€"and safestâ€"option.

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