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Microsoft’s Security Advisiory 2028859 : Switch off Aero in Windows 7 64 bit and Revert to basic themes

Microsoft Security IssuesMicrosoft is investigating a new public report of a vulnerability in the Canonical Display Driver (cdd.dll). Although it is possible that the vulnerability could allow code execution, successful code execution is unlikely due to memory randomization. In most scenarios, it is much more likely that an attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could cause the affected system to stop responding and automatically restart.

                                                                      Although no attacks have been reported yet but Microsoft has not yet come up with an effective solution to this loop hole.Microsoft currently suggests to switch of aero based themes and revert to basic themes.

The following are the affected Operating Systems : -

  • Windows 7 for x64-based Systems
  • Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems
  • Windows Server 2008 R2 for Itanium-based Systems

The detailed advisory can be read here.

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Online Scan files for Viruses and Spyware with Multiple Antivirus using Virus Total

Virus Total, is a free online service that allows you to  analyze files for viruses online and that too with multiple popular antiviruses.This can be really helpful when you are suspicious about a particular file but your antivirus gives it clean chit.All you need to do is ,visit virustotal.com , upload the file you wish to scan and see the results.If you find that the file is infected but your antivirus is helpless than you can use a portable antivirus or any of the top online antivirus to remove it.

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Top 5 Free USB Antivirus – Best Portable Antivirus Softwares

Antivirus USB can be really helpful specially when your computer is in complete controll of viruses and malwares. These can come to your resucue when most of the administrative features of your system have been disabled. A USB Antivirus can be easily setup by just installing Portable Antivirus Software on it.In this article you will find the best Portable Antivirus so that you can learn how to make an Antivirus USB.
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ClamWin Portable :-

Starting with the most popular and effective Portable antivirus, ClamWin is well known for its efficiency as a USB Antivirus.It is an open source antivirus Software and doesnot comes with virus definitions.The virus Definition are downloaded on the first run.Its major features are

  • High detection rates for viruses and spyware
  • Regular virus database updates. ClamAV team regularly updates virus databases to include a new virus/variant immediately after it appears
  • Standalone Virus Scanner 

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Protect your Computer from Hacking with ZoneAlarm Free Firewall

ZoneAlarm is a free protection software, this free Firewall blocks hackers from infiltrating your computer by hiding your computer from unsolicited network traffic. By detecting and preventing intrusions, ZoneAlarm free firewall keeps your PC free from viruses that slow down computer performance, and spyware that steals your personal information, passwords, and financial data.

Features

  • Essential firewall protection
  • Be invisible to others online
  • New interface makes it easier—smaller size keeps it light
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    Zone Alarm

    This software protects your computer from hackers.

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    Save Your Laptop Against Theft with Lalarm

    Laptop Saver LAlarm is free laptop alarm security software, which sounds an alarm when a laptop is in danger of being stolen or losing data, and it destroys data if the laptop is stolen. LAlarm consists of five alarms and other security functions designed to protect laptops and precious data against theft.

    After installing LAlarm laptop alarm software, it will automatically start whenever your computer starts. It will be working behind the scene invisibly in normal situations. LAlarm consist of five alarms: theft alarm, perimeter alarm, inattention alarm, disk alarm and battery alarm. The theft alarm, disk alarm and battery alarm are already enabled by default. You can enable or disable the alarms from the Options setting.

    To arm the theft alarm, you must lock the computer by pressing Windows logo key and “L” key together. This software emits a loud alarm sound when the locked computer is disconnected from the AC power. To disarm the theft alarm, unlock the computer by entering a correct Windows login password. When the computer is unlocked, the theft alarm sound will stop.
    In order to use the perimeter alarm and the inattention alarm, you will need to enable them and define the safe zone for example enter your home IP address into the safe zone.

    You do not need to start LAlarm. LAlarm automatically starts when your laptop starts.

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