Fix Old Problems to Stop New Attacks

Fix Old Problems to Stop New Attacks

In further confirmation that Internet crooks tend to grab for the low-hanging fruit, a new Microsoft report reveals that the most common browser-based attacks tend to go after old software flaws. Making sure you've closed those holes can go a long way towards keeping your PC safe.
You need good IT services and antivirus because if the attack code finds a flaw, it will attempt to surreptitiously download and install a Trojan or other malicious software. If an antivirus app doesn't manage to catch it, the malware gets installed with nary a clue for the hapless victim.



Most of the attacks against Windows XP go after old Windows and third-party software flaws going as far back as 2006. Of the top 10 attacks, only one was from 2009. That's good news, since it means that basic maintenance and security measures will go a long way towards keeping your PC safe.