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Microsoft automates Malware Classification

Microsoft is working on an automated way to sort through the thousands of malware families and variants attacking Windows computers. 

Microsoft unveiled its plans at the EICAR (European Institute for Computer Anti-Virus Research) conference in Hamburg, Germany, proposing the use of distance measure and machine learning technologies to come up with automatic classification of viruses, [...]

Spyware, Rootkit Maker Stops Distribution

ContextPlus, an adware company implicated in a large number of stealth rootkit infections, has stopped distributing its software, citing concerns over the practices of some distribution partners.

In a brief note posted on its home page, ContextPlus said it is “no longer able to ensure the highest standards of quality and customer care” and [...]

ChatPatrol Secure Instant Messaging Adds ICQ Support

ELMTree Software has released version 1.91 of ChatPatrol (www.chatpatrol.com) now with support for ICQ!

ChatPatrol provides seamless AES 256 bit encrypted instant messaging security for all clients that can connect to AOL, Yahoo, MSN, the official GoogleTalk client and now ICQ!