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The latest Flash update patches two security vulnerabilities - the first (CVE-2012-0772), resolves a memory corruption vulnerability related to URL security domain checking that could lead to code execution on Windows 7 or Vista. The second (CVE-2012-0773) fixes a memory corruption vulnerability in the NetStream class that could lead to code execution.
TLDR; vulnerable Flash player, exploits patched.
However, this time around, Adobe have introduced an automatic updating mechanism for Flash Player.
With Over 400 Million Downloads, Lavasoft's Ad-Aware is The World’s Most Trusted Anti-Malware Software
Montreal – March 29, 2012 – Lavasoft, the original anti-malware company, today released Ad-Aware 10, a complete redesign of its free, award-winning anti-malware software. Ad-Aware 10 gives consumers peace of mind while using their computers at work or at play by protecting their private data and cyber files against all forms of online threats including viruses, spyware and adware.
March is often associated with tax season. It is probably the most dreaded season for millions of taxpayers. For many, the thought of tax season often leave them feeling overwhelmed but it doesn’t have to be. Proper preparation is the key to escape from the dreadful ordeal that we frequently associate it with. Making sure that you fill in the correct tax forms, keeping your paperwork in order and filing your taxes on time will save you from the nightmare.
Let’s be honest, no one wants to own a computer that is infected with malicious programs. Therefore, it is imperative to practice safe computing habits. You can avoid most malware just by staying away from a few common traps.
Cybercriminals are constantly trying to find new vulnerabilities to exploit. As a result, new threats are emerging every day on the web. To stay protected, it is important to ensure that your antivirus program is up-to-date.
In Microsoft's Security Bulletin Summary for February 2012 a number of updates have been released including four "critical" and five "important" severity updates.
Everyone at Lavasoft has been very hard at work to build the next-generation security and privacy software solution. Today, we are very excited to announce that we will be releasing very soon what we believe will become the new market standard in free security and privacy software. We call it Ad-Aware 10.
Our best software update yet brings all the privacy and security features you know and trust to a whole new level: it’s faster and slimmer, packs better protection, offers powerful new features and is wrapped in a brand new interface.
Already made available to the community by some of our trigger happy download partners, the new product line of Ad-Aware, comprising Ad-Aware Free Antivirus+, Ad-Aware Personal Security and Ad-Aware Pro Security, is still at a beta level, running the final stages of QA.
February has always been looked upon as the month of love and romance where friends become lovers and lovers become soul mates.
As February 14th approaches, whether you’re a devotee or a hater of this day, people are busy seeking and buying gifts from flowers, chocolates to an endless array of everything red and heart shaped items. It’s easy to get caught up in moment… Well, guess what… Cyber criminals are also taking their part in the hysteria.
As February 14th draws closer, don’t be surprised if several spams and phishing scams find their way into your inbox.
There is no doubt that Valentine’s Day often offers spammers and scammers alike a golden opportunity to lure people into opening their wallets or giving away their personal information under the deceptive guise of love.
That is why Valentine’s Day security should be on everyone’s mind when buying gifts online or opening an e-card from that special someone.
Buying gifts online
We’ve all been there - that joy you feel when you’re unpacking your new computer and the eagerness that ensues once you’re about to power it on for the first time.
Lavasoft has just received a VB100 award from Virus Bulletin ranked among the top applications in the detection chart: http://www.virusbtn.com/vb100/latest_comparative/index. We’re pretty happy!
In a comparative test published in Virus Bulletin’s latest issue, Ad-Aware achieved one of the top results for malware detection. Virus Bulletin independently tests anti-virus products and those products which pass the tests are awarded the VB100. The test review covers a range of criteria, including detection rates, design and usability, and performance.
Please be advised that an issue relating to Ad-Aware updates has been reported and is currently being investigated. This issue is described here. Please note that Ad-Aware is functioning as it should and there is no need to take any action at this time.
We apologize for the inconvenience and are working to resolve the issue.
Lavasoft Support
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