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New zero-day attack targets Microsoft Excel
Microsoft says maliciously crafted Excel files may permit the execution of arbitrary code. Other Microsoft Office applications may be at risk. Article
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Microsoft disputes Word zero-day report
Symantec is warning of a new zero-day vulnerability in Microsoft Word. But Microsoft doesn't believe the flaw is new. Article
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Microsoft investigates new Word zero-day
An unpatched memory-corruption flaw in Microsoft Word is the target of "limited" attacks in the wild, Microsoft confirmed Thursday. Article
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Abobe fixes critical flaws
Adobe Reader 8 fixes flaws attackers could exploit to launch cross-site-scripting (XSS) attacks. The flaws relate to errors in how the program handles .pdf files. Article
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New flaw found in Microsoft Excel
In other news: Suspicious Web traffic increases on Port 6502, McAfee hires a new security chief; and Check Point completes its acquisition of NFR. Article
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Adobe Reader users urged to upgrade
The vendor said Adobe Reader 8 fixes serious flaws attackers could exploit for cross-site scripting and other attacks. It urged users to upgrade as soon as possible. Article
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Adobe Reader flaws spook security experts
Security experts sound the alarm over Adobe Reader flaws that could be exploited for cross-site scripting attacks and other mayhem. Column
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Third zero-day found in Microsoft Word
For the third time in a week, a zero-day flaw has been found in Microsoft Word. Users should be cautious when opening attachments from unknown sources. Article
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Microsoft suffers third zero-day in a week
A second zero-day flaw in Word has been uncovered, Microsoft said Sunday. It's the software giant's third zero-day in a week. Article
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Zero-day flaw found in Windows Media Player
Attackers could exploit a new zero-day flaw in Windows Media Player to cause a denial of service or launch malicious code. The threat is Microsoft's second zero-day flaw in a week. Article