External Security Resources
These resources are intended to keep you informed about the latest security threats, such as viruses, hoaxes, or malware. Check for updates frequently to get the latest information available.
Disclaimer: Mentions of commercial products or Web sites within this page are intended for information only; they do not imply endorsement or recommendation by OIT.
Operating Systems and Anti-virus Software
Resources on Security Threats
Hoaxes and Identity Theft
Spyware Detection and Removal
Operating Systems and Anti-virus Software
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Microsoft Security Home Page
http://www.microsoft.com/security/Features the latest updates for Microsoft products and the most recent security incidents and threats for Windows computers.
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Apple Security Updates
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=61798Lists available security updates for Apple products as well as current security threats for Macintosh computers.
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US-CERT Mac OS X Advisory
http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA05-136A.htmlOutlines vulnerabilities related to Macintosh OS X, an important resource for Mac users who may think their system is totally immune to threats.
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McAfee Virus Information for home and home office
http://us.mcafee.com/virusInfo/Provides virus information and updates on the latest threats. Some McAfee anti-virus products are supported by OIT and can be downloaded for free from the OIT Supported Software and Downloads section.
Resources on Security Threats
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The Computer Emergency Readiness Team Coordination Center (CERT/CC)
http://www.cert.org/Features up-to-date virus news, alerts, and advisories as well as other security resources.
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The Computer Security Resource Center of the Computer Security
Division at the National Institute of Standards and Technology
http://csrc.nist.gov/virus/Provides guidelines on virus detection and protection as well as links to anti-virus software and software vendors.
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SecurityFocus
http://www.securityfocus.com/Showcases information about viruses and other online security threats and is a vendor-neutral site.
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Virus Bulletin
http://www.virusbtn.com/Provides information on computer virus prevention, detection, and removal, and how to recover programs and data following an attack.
Hoaxes and Identity Theft
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The Federal Trade Commision Identity Theft Resource Site
http://www.consumer.gov/idtheft/Presents information on how to avoid identity theft and what to do if your identity has been stolen.
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Sophos describes hoaxes
http://www.sophos.com/virusinfo/hoaxes/Features an index of online and email hoaxes as well as other hoax and virus related resources.
Spyware Detection and Removal
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Windows malware detection and removal applications
http://www.microsoft.com/security/malwareremove/ http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/spyware/software/It is a good idea to download and install the Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool and Windows AntiSpyware (beta) applications.
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Free anti-spyware programs recommended by PCWorld Magazine
http://www.pcworld.com/downloads/collection/0,collid,1347,00.aspPresents a list of the top five free anti-spyware applications according to the reviewers at PCWorld magazine.
