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Virus writers abuse vulnerability in Internet Explorer
Thu, 11 December 2008
Avira’s security experts warn against harmful websites that abuse a vulnerability in Internet Explorer 7 which foists harmful programs on innocent victims
Tettnang, 11 December 2008 – The German IT security provider Avira has discovered several malicious websites that deliver harmful code, which use a vulnerability in Internet Explorer to infect the computer by stealth.
So far these exploits are mainly appearing on Chinese web servers. However, according to our experience the cyber criminals will break into many websites from all countries and make links to these harmful servers.
Microsoft has already confirmed the vulnerability, but can’t provide an update yet. Activating Windows Data Execution Prevention (DEP) for Internet Explorer and deactivating Active Scripting in the browser configuration will help remedy the threat.
Avira users don’t need to worry about these known threats: The German IT security solution already recognizes and blocks them. The threats and their variants are called EXP/XMLSPAN.A, Avira recognizes with the VDF file 7.01.00.223.
About Avira
Avira is a leading worldwide provider of self-developed protection solutions for professional and private use. The company belongs to the pioneers in this sector with over twenty years experience.
The protection experts have numerous company locations throughout Germany and cultivate partnerships in Europe, Asia and America. Avira has more than 180 employees at their main office in Tettnang near Lake Constance and is one of the largest employers in the region. There are around 250 people employed worldwide whose commitment is continually being confirmed by awards. A significant contribution to protection is the Avira AntiVir Personal which is being used by private users a million times over.
Well-known listed companies as well as educational organizations and public employers belong to the list of national and international customers. In addition to the protection of the virtual environment, Avira cares for more protection and safety in the real world by promotion of the Auerbach Foundation. The Auerbach Foundation of the founder of the company promotes common and social projects as well as the arts, culture and science.
Company contact:
Avira GmbH
Elisabeth Rothbart
Lochhamer Schlag 5a
D-82166 Gräfelfing/München
Telephone: +49 (0) 89 8583 639 17
Telefax: +49 (0) 89 8583 639 20
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