Internet Explorer security flaw
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No, its integral to the OS.ntculenuff wrote: »dumb pc ? if i am using mozilla can i uninstall IE ?
With XP, you don't have to have IE 7, you can still use IE6.
Depends on the vulnerability. If its a vulnerability thats specific to a particular browser or browser version (or patch level), then yes, using another browser should be fine.So, if you have IE on your machine but do not use it (use firefox instead) you are ok?
If the malware is part of a download, or email, etc, then it does not matter what browser you have.____________________
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sucks2beme wrote: »http://news.zdnet.co.uk/security/0,1000000189,39291625,00.htm
My IS dept. doesn't want them on the network. Granted, this report is
from last year, but it's a fine example of perception VS. reality.
Well there's your answer about 'holes' in MacOS"This shows that Apple had more than five times the number of flaws per month than Windows XP and Vista in 2007, and most of these flaws are serious,"
It's been my experience that most companies don't allow other OS's on the network for reasons other than just thier inherent vulnerabilities or security posture (obviously take a look at MS Windows
), but rather it comes down to having a properly trained and familiarized staff to be able to research, and maintain the security on the other OS's. It also has a lot to do with application compatibility and technical support complexities across the enterprise that increase exponentially when adding a whole new platform. Oh and lets not forget about licensing fees-the company may already have site/corp licenses contracts in place where bringing in a new OS can actually cost a fortune to implement and support. ____________________
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I believe that's a pretty good answer. There's a lot of unix/linux on the
company network , since it's in the products we sell.
Bottom like, all OS's need security patching. Burying your head in the
sand because you're not running MS/IE isn't going to save you.
Email and internet/networking is always going to open up holes.
Browsers have to allow a lot of crap to occur to display all the
stuff we want to see. Cookies, plug-ins, players, other utilities.
Firefox seems to be better for many things, but all the work stuff
I have to do from the laptop requires IE. Period. My other pc's run
firefox, the wife's machine is up on Ubuntu as the OS.
Be careful, and when in doubt, assume the worst. If something
changes on your pc, look for trouble. Change default passwords on
stuff. Don't use the same password for everything."The legitimate powers of government extend to such acts only as are injurious to others. But it does me no injury for my neighbour to say there are twenty gods, or no god. It neither picks my pocket nor breaks my leg." --Thomas Jefferson -
sucks2beme wrote: »I believe that's a pretty good answer. There's a lot of unix/linux on the
company network , since it's in the products we sell.
Bottom like, all OS's need security patching. Burying your head in the
sand because you're not running MS/IE isn't going to save you.
Email and internet/networking is always going to open up holes.
Browsers have to allow a lot of crap to occur to display all the
stuff we want to see. Cookies, plug-ins, players, other utilities.
Firefox seems to be better for many things, but all the work stuff
I have to do from the laptop requires IE. Period. My other pc's run
firefox, the wife's machine is up on Ubuntu as the OS.
Be careful, and when in doubt, assume the worst. If something
changes on your pc, look for trouble. Change default passwords on
stuff. Don't use the same password for everything.
As a quick user at home, I normally unplug the network once I am done surfing. Is this safe enough?Godspeed,
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As a quick user at home, I normally unplug the network once I am done surfing. Is this safe enough?
NO. Sorry
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Ok but that was like asking if I pulled my hand out of my pocket, and the dog bit it bad it's will be ok if I put back in my pocket again. I think the damage is done. :eek: Putting your hand back in your pocket is the same if you unplugged your network cable, its the same the damage is done.
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disneyjoe7 wrote: »Ok but that was like asking if I pulled my hand out of my pocket, and the dog bit it bad it's will be ok if I put back in my pocket again. I think the damage is done. :eek: Putting your hand back in your pocket is the same if you unplugged your network cable, its the same the damage is done.
Nice analogy.
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I think he was kidding?
Nobody really 100% safe. I pick on Mac users only for their own good.
Too many don't know better, and assume they are 100% safe, and
never update."The legitimate powers of government extend to such acts only as are injurious to others. But it does me no injury for my neighbour to say there are twenty gods, or no god. It neither picks my pocket nor breaks my leg." --Thomas Jefferson -
MS is releasing an emergency patch tomorrow.
Has anyone received the patch yet?Political Correctness'.........defined
"A doctrine fostered by a delusional, illogical minority and rabidly promoted by an unscrupulous mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a t-u-r-d by the clean end."
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I haven't, nor do I see it on he MS site"The secret of happiness is freedom. The secret of freedom is courage." Thucydides
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I don't know why some are getting the patch and some aren't, but my laptop is 1 week old so everything was already up to date.polkaudio RT35 Bookshelves
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I just got it as a automatic update."He who fights with monsters should look to it that he himself does not become a monster. And when you gaze long into an abyss the abyss also gazes into you." Friedrich Nietzsche
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How can you guys use that article as justification for OS X as having more flaws then a PC? That article is written about an article written about research from one company. Not very scientific if you ask me.
And what's with all the talk about no one wants to write a Mac virus? If I knew anything about writing code and I felt like being an ****, I would think it would be pretty cool to come up with a virus that really beat the **** out of all the apples out there.
I would never not update my computer. I love having the most up to date stuff, regardless of what it is. Updates are free, why skip them? -
Looks like it's being released over the next few days, just due to the volume of the updates they have to get out. You can get on their site and download it manually though."The secret of happiness is freedom. The secret of freedom is courage." Thucydides
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Ok, I just got it after checking for updates.Political Correctness'.........defined
"A doctrine fostered by a delusional, illogical minority and rabidly promoted by an unscrupulous mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a t-u-r-d by the clean end."
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disneyjoe7 wrote: »Ok but that was like asking if I pulled my hand out of my pocket, and the dog bit it bad it's will be ok if I put back in my pocket again. I think the damage is done. :eek: Putting your hand back in your pocket is the same if you unplugged your network cable, its the same the damage is done.
Sorry for being unclear on my initial post but let me clarify it my dear polkthug:)
Since I am a partime online user at home, I usually unplug the network when I am on my PC. As informed by my IT friends, this will discourage hackers going into your computer due to the minimal online hours usage. Per your analogy, sorry the dog hasn't bite yet. As a normal average brain, we all know if the damage is done, unplugging the network would be a futile act.Godspeed,
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