Internet Explorer Security

MUST READ How to prevent the risks of client-side caching TIP - Problems of client-side caching and tips for developers on using secure cache-control directives. Microsoft warns of fresh IE, Windows flaws ARTICLE - Attackers could exploit an Internet Explorer flaw to launch malicious code. Meanwhile, a Windows glitch could allow elevated system privileges. Security Blog Log: Surprise! IE 7 beta has a flaw OPINION - Security researchers in the blogosphere are buzzing about a flaw in IE 7. Should users wait before taking the browser for a spin?

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	Eleven patches due from Microsoft SearchSecurity.com | 10 Oct 2008 ARTICLE - Microsoft patches include critical updates for IE, Active Directory, Excel and Host Integration Server to fix vulnerabilities that could cause a remote code execution hack attack.

	Clickjacking details released after attack proof-of-concept emerges SearchSecurity.com | 08 Oct 2008 ARTICLE - Security researchers released details of the clickjacking attacks, warning of the seriousness of the problem because they have discovered multiple variants on the Web.

	Data risks take shine off Google Chrome SearchSecurity.com | 06 Oct 2008 ARTICLE - The Chrome Web browser is a platform for Google Apps and as end users adopt Chrome, companies could lose control of sensitive corporate data.

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EXPERT TECHNICAL ADVICE: 1 - 3 of 15

INTERNET EXPLORER SECURITY EXPERTS
			Michael Cobb Founder and Managing Director, Cobweb Applications Ltd. ASK A QUESTION

	IE 8 beta 2 security features may mark improvements for browser security 07 Oct 2008 TIP - Michael Cobb explores the security features of IE 8 and debates whether Microsoft and Internet Explorer have finally turned a corner.

	Will Web browsers ever be fully equipped to detect and remove malware? 23 Oct 2007 EXPERT ANSWER - The latest group of browser updates allow for the detection of bogus Web sites, but what other features can be expected? Ed Skoudis explains how a Web browser's complexity may hinder its future malware defense capabilities.

	Preparing for uniform resource identifier (URI) exploits Submitted By: SearchSecurity.com | 11 Oct 2007 TIP - Attackers have devised new attacks that take advantage of the URI's locator functionality. Web security expert Michael Cobb explains what that means for developers and users.

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REFERENCE & LEARNING: 1 - 3 of 7

	Web Browser Security Learning Guide SearchSecurity.com and SearchWindowsSecurity.com | 13 Jul 2006 LEARNING GUIDE - Identify the inherent flaws of Internet Explorer and Mozilla Firefox, learn about viable Web browser alternatives, and how to maximize your Web browsing security.

	State-based attacks: Session management Addison-Wesley | 06 Mar 2006 BOOK CHAPTER - This excerpt reviews session management techniques developers can use to protect against session hijacking and other Web application attacks.

	What if Firefox were the target? SearchWindowsSecurity.com | 12 Jan 2006 OPINION - What if the world suddenly switched to Firefox instead of Internet Explorer? Would it still be the more secure option?

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MAGAZINE CONTENT (free subscription required): 1 - 2 of 2

	Honeyclients bring new twist to honeypots Information Security Magazine | 01 Nov 2007 FEATURES - Honeyclients are unpatched web browsers that actively seek malicous websites.

	Peak of Security Information Security Magazine | 01 Jan 2006 FEATURES - IE 7.0, Firefox, Netscape: One of these browsers comes out on top—we'll tell you which one.

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DEFINITIONS: 1 - 3 of 4

	honey monkey 12 Aug 2008 WORD - A honey monkey is a program that imitates a human user to lure, detect and identify malicious activity on the Internet. According to Microsoft, who developed the concept, a honey monkey is an active client honey pot. ...

	browser hijacker 20 Jul 2004 WORD - A browser hijacker (sometimes called hijackware) is a type of malware program that alters your computer's browser settings so that you are redirected to Web sites that you had no intention of visiting. Most browser hijackers ...

	cache cramming 13 Jul 2003 WORD - Cache cramming is a method of tricking a computer into running Java code it would not ordinarily run. The method consists of placing code in the computer's local disk cache when the computer uses Internet Explorer in certain ...

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	SEE ALSO - Topics Related to Internet Explorer Security:  Firefox Security and Mozilla Security, Opera Security, Safari Security