Microsoft revealed a nasty bug in its Internet Explorer browser on Saturday. Today, the U.S. government issued an advisory warning people not to use Microsoft’s browser. The bug, Microsoft reported, “may corrupt memory in a way that could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user within Internet Explorer.” In case that’s… Continue reading American and British governments warn of Internet Explorer bug
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Microsoft wants to bring affordable Windows devices to U.S. schools
Microsoft has teamed up with a number of hardware manufacturers to help bring a new range of Windows-based devices into U.S. schools. The systems start at under $300 and have been launched to help school make computers available to a larger number of students. It’s all part of Microsoft YouthSpark initiative which aims to “empower… Continue reading Microsoft wants to bring affordable Windows devices to U.S. schools
Microsoft identifies zero day vulnerability in all versions of IE
According to a confirmation by Microsoft, a new zero day vulnerability has been found to affect every version of Internet Explorer. In other words, over a quarter of the entire browser market. Attacks taking advantage of the vulnerability are largely targeting IE versions 9, 10, and 11 in something called a “use after free” attack. Essentially, the… Continue reading Microsoft identifies zero day vulnerability in all versions of IE
Children aren’t allowed to use Microsoft’s virtual assistant Cortana
Microsoft’s new Cortana personal assistant platform carries privacy concerns that prevent it from being used by children – but Redmond appears to not be alone in its pre-pubescent banishment. Redmond said that the voice-activated search tool in its mobile platform currently carries a minimum age requirement of 13 years, which is checked against the age data… Continue reading Children aren’t allowed to use Microsoft’s virtual assistant Cortana
People could soon turn to the black market for Windows XP updates
Microsoft ended general support for Windows XP earlier this month and now anyone who wants to get continued patches has to fork over extra cash to Microsoft. However,Computerworld’s Steven J. Vaughan-Nichols points out that individuals and companies who don’t want to pay Microsoft full price for additional support will likely have another option to keep their Windows XP machines safe from viruses: The… Continue reading People could soon turn to the black market for Windows XP updates
Microsoft to begin receiving video content from AOL
Microsoft and AOL are now partners in the burgeoning video-distribution arena. AOL content like HuffPost Live, Moviephone, and the Arlington, Va.’s multimedia partners like TMZ and Martha Stewart will be available through Microsoft’s Bing Apps for Windows and Windows Phone and the MSN network. The move shows how large multimedia companies are joining forces to share material to reach more consumers outside… Continue reading Microsoft to begin receiving video content from AOL
Microsoft challenges government search warrants on overseas emails
Microsoft contends the U.S. government shouldn’t have the power to search the content of email stored overseas, but a federal judge disagrees. U.S. Magistrate Judge James Francis in New York on Friday ruled that Internet service providers must turn over customer emails and other digital content sought by government search warrants even when the information is… Continue reading Microsoft challenges government search warrants on overseas emails
Microsoft finally closes its Nokia deal
Microsoft has finally brought Nokia’s device unit on board, about seven months after announcing it was planning to acquire the operation that once dominated the cell phone market. It is now up to Microsoft’s new chief executive, Satya Nadella, to make use of the business, which Microsoft ended up paying more than $7.5 billion for. Nokia’s mobile devices will become… Continue reading Microsoft finally closes its Nokia deal
Retailer’s product listings hint at Microsoft “Surface Mini” tablet
There’s been talk for some considerable time about Microsoft launching a small-size Surface slate to complement its larger offerings and attempt to exploit a sector of the market popular with consumers looking for something a bit more portable. More recently, the chatter has become a little louder, and this week tech vendor Vostrostone may have pretty… Continue reading Retailer’s product listings hint at Microsoft “Surface Mini” tablet
Microsoft now lets users control their PC from their Windows Phone
Windows Phone just joined the platforms that Microsoft supports with a remote control app for accessing a PC from a handset. The company quietly introduced the free Remote Desktop Preview software in the Windows Phone store on Wednesday and ZDNet’s Mary Jo Foley spotted it. Microsoft first brought a secure remote access app to competing platforms last year,… Continue reading Microsoft now lets users control their PC from their Windows Phone