Microsoft has announced that every version of Internet Explorer since version 6 has a massive security flaw that allows hackers to place viruses directly onto your PC, even if you are running up-to-date anti-virus protection.
And yes, this includes YOUR version of Internet Explorer so there is really no reason to check.
All you have to do to have your PC “catch” a virus is to visit an infected website with your Internet Explorer web browser. That’s all. You don’t have to click on anything, just visit the site, and wham – you’re infected! [Read more…]
In order to be fully protected against malware, hackers and other online security threats you need a complete Internet Security software suite. There are many such programs on the market, and I’ve tested several of them over the course of the last few months. One of my favorites is COMODO Internet Security.