With the closing of 2005 we wanted to take a look at some of the site's highlights over the last year. 2005 brought new threats to Windows administrators' attention like rootkits, URL spoofing attacks and the familiar foe Spyware.
These five tips -- in no particular order -- were the highest rated, and often the highest viewed Windows Security Threats tips of the year.
Using Metasploit for real-world security tests by Kevin Beaver
Kevin Beaver, our threat assessment expert, provides examples and details on working with penetration testing tool, Metasploit.
Adware, rootkits and worms: Translating malware speak by Kurt Dillard
Microsoft employee Kurt Dillard explains the various malware admins can expect to confront on their Windows systems.
Stop URL spoofing attacks in their tracks by Serdar Yegulalp
Serdar Yegulalp provides some hands-on tactics for stopping spoofing attacks.
Eight steps to prevent malware outbreaks by Kevin Beaver
Beaver makes the list again with eight steps to contain malware.
Recognize your wares: Spyware vs. adware by Kurt Dillard
Dillard continues his assessment of malware by distinguishing the two that plague Internet browsers.
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