Microsoft OS

Is the End of Windows XP Support Putting ATMs at Risk?

Adithya Omanakuttan / 12 years
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5 min read

The impending deadline of the discontinuation of Windows XP support by Microsoft (April 8, 2014) is fast approaching. Quick Heal has proactively warned retail users and enterprise users about the risks involved, but it is now time to understand a very different kind of threat associated with this approaching date. Banking operations, especially ATM services, […]

How to Recover from a Malware Infection

Adithya Omanakuttan / 12 years
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4 min read

Avoiding and preventing malware on a computer is far simpler than removing it from an infected machine. Nevertheless, once a machine has been infected with malware, it is imperative to remove it immediately. Clear signs like lowered speed, popups, disabled functionality and more, indicate the presence of malware on a machine. However, what does one […]

Your Apple Mac does not need computer security: Myth or not?

Adithya Omanakuttan / 13 years
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4 min read

There is a widespread misconception in the mainstream computing market that Apple Macs are more secure than Windows machines. In fact, some staunch Apple lovers even feel that since virus threats for Macs do not exist, no system protection software is essential. But how accurate is this belief? Our expertise in the computer security industry […]

The persistent threat of PC malware: Top Windows malware families of 2012

Adithya Omanakuttan / 13 years
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5 min read

2012 has seen various malware threats and international cyberespionage tools evolve to new heights. However, the PC still remains the most accessible device for invading homes and planting malware. The number and nature of malware received by the Quick Heal Research & Development Labs in 2012 highlighted this fact. The findings of the Annual Windows […]

Microsoft releases a Fix it solution to prevent Internet Explorer hijacking vulnerability

Adithya Omanakuttan / 13 years
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2 min read

Microsoft has successfully released a ‘Fix it solution’ for the recently discovered targeted attack, CVE-2012-4792. This attack was specifically targeted at users of Internet Explorer versions 6, 7 and 8. Users of Internet Explorer 9 and 10 were not affected. The attack exploited a vulnerability that allowed an attacker to literally hijack a PC and […]

Latest security updates from the last week

Adithya Omanakuttan / 13 years
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2 min read

Government plans for 5 lakh cyber warriors for e-defense Having recognized the need for defense against extensive cyber attacks, the Indian Government has started an initiative to train 5 lakh ‘cyber warriors’ over the next 5 years. The training will include a centralized institute and access to extensive resources to achieve the same. Flaw in […]

Upcoming security features of Windows 8 Enterprise edition

Adithya Omanakuttan / 14 years
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3 min read

In a recent post we discussed about Windows 8 security features for home users. This post talks about the security features of Windows 8 that caters to enterprises. Enterprise channels face different threats and hence require customized security features. Windows 8 Enterprise focuses on organizational needs but is only available on a Software Assurance contract […]

Windows 8 security features that Quick Heal users will love

Adithya Omanakuttan / 14 years
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3 min read

Windows 8 is scheduled to hit the market in October and promises a new era for desktops. Microsoft aims to integrate the PC market with the mobile market by unifying the Metro UI across all platforms. However, Windows has always brought a number of security threats due to its massive popularity. Windows 8 shall be […]

Microsoft May-2012 Patch Tuesday Released

Ayush Sonavane / 14 years
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4 min read

Microsoft has released 7 bulletins covering a total of 11 vulnerabilities. Eight of this month’s issues are rated ‘Critical’ and they affect Windows, .NET, Office and Silverlight. The remaining issues affect Office and Windows. The following vulnerabilities are rated “Critical”: MS12-029- Vulnerability in Microsoft Word Could Allow Remote Code Execution (2680352) This security update resolves […]

The End is Near for Windows XP

Adithya Omanakuttan / 14 years
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5 min read

Microsoft has gone a step further to purport the arrival of the upcoming Windows 8 operating system by declaring that post April 8, 2014 they will be withdrawing support for Windows XP. This gives home users and business enterprises two years to complete their migration from the OS that has been around since August 24, […]