Microsoft understands that most people just want technology that solves real world problems like ID theft, online fraud, and child safety. But End to End Trust cannot be realized through technology—we must also align technology innovation with social, political, economic, and IT forces.
To this end, we recently launched a new End to End Trust Web site. The site includes a video wall that features CEOs, Chief Information Security officers, founders of computer security alliances, and other influencers. Watch these videos to learn more about End to End Trust. Want to participate? Visit the community page.
Microsoft releases security updates on the second Tuesday of every month. Today Microsoft released 8 security updates. Get the updates
To download the updates, visit the Microsoft Update Web site. If you have automatic updating turned on, your computer will update and install these security updates.
Read more about the updates
To find out more about the updates, see Microsoft Security Updates for April.
Get technical information about the updates
For technical details, visit Microsoft TechNet.
The Microsoft Malware Protection Center blog reports that the Conficker name is being used to spread malware. Malware that disguises itself as security software is known as rogue security software –or "scareware" -- and it's on the rise.
Conficker is a computer worm that's been in the news (and in this blog) lately. Now malware criminals are trying to take advantage of the publicity about Conficker.
The good news is that if you have automatic updating turned on, your computer is probably not infected with the Conficker worm. If you're not sure, go to http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=148275 to verify your settings and check for updates.
For more information, see Cashing in on Conficker's Bad Name.
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Since June of 2006, Microsoft has released a new Security Intelligence Report (SIR) every six months. The report covers new findings in the field of computer security, including malware (malicious software), viruses, worms, spam, phishing scams, and other fraud. Volume 6 of the SIR was released today.
Download the full report and the key findings summary.
Find out how you can protect yourself against the threats SIR Volume 6 reveals.
In the last few weeks, the Internet has been rife with rumors about how the Conficker worm was set to explode (or at least release a mysterious payload) on April 1. April 1, 2009 is now in our rear view mirror and so far not much has changed.
Microsoft recognizes that crime on the Internet is a problem. We are working with technology industry leaders and academia to coordinate a global approach to combating the Conficker worm.
Microsoft researchers, along with partners in the Conficker Working Group, have been watching closely (and will continue to watch closely). So far they don't report any new malicious activity from Conficker. According to a recent post on the Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC) blog, they haven’t seen any actions outside of what they expected.
Still worried about Conficker? Follow these steps:
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Visit Microsoft Update to verify your settings and check for updates
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If you can't access Microsoft Update, go to http://safety.live.com and scan your system.
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If you can’t go to http://safety.live.com, contact support at 1-866-PCSafety or 1-866-727-2338. This phone number is for virus and other security-related support. It is available 24 hours a day for the U.S. and Canada. For support in other countries, visit the Worldwide computer security information page.
For more information, see Microsoft.com/conficker or the Microsoft Security Response Center blog and the Microsoft Malware Protection Center blog.
If you're still concerned about Conficker, you can get more information and free support by going at Microsoft.com/protect.