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ProSecure UTM50 Launched

Posted By Pete at 4:44 PM, August 30, 2010

UTM50_Front_HiRes_s.jpg We're proud to announce the latest member of the UTM family - the UTM50. It contains all the robust security found in the UTM5/10/25 at greatly increased speeds. It's a great fit for small to medium sized networks and basically gives you the high level of protection found in high end Web/Email security gateways, plus the functionality and connectivity options of a VPN firewall.

In the UTM50 we've also added Active Directory integration support with Single-Sign On (SSO). This will enable you to integrate the UTM50 with your AD domain and create per user/group policies for Web and app filtering.

We're confident that the UTM50 will an excellent option for businesses looking for a high-performing and fully featured, security solution in a single unit.

Contact your local VAR or sign up at prosecure.netgear.com for a risk free 30 day eval.

Posted by: Pete at 4:44 PM
Categories: General

 

New USB virus spread using Windows Shortcut Vulnerability

Posted By Netgear Threat Lab at 4:40 PM, August 5, 2010

Recently a new virus is using the Windows Shortcut Vulnerability is quickly spreading through removable storage devices.

Earlier, Microsoft released the advisory, "this vulnerability exists because Windows incorrectly parses shortcuts in such a way that malicious code may be executed when the icon of a specially crafted shortcut is displayed. This vulnerability is most likely to be exploited through removable drives."

The vulnerability exists in almost all currently supported Windows versions. This means a lot of Windows users may potentially be affected when they use Explorer or any other file manager which can display icons. When they open a malicious .lnk file in USB storage, they will be infected - even if they turn off autorun for that particular device.

Currently, Microsoft has not released a patch for the vulnerability. Users can disable displaying icons for all shortcuts for the time being to avoid the vulnerability being exploited. Detailed steps can be found in the microsoft security advistory.

Posted by: Netgear Threat Lab at 4:40 PM
Categories: Netgear Threat Lab

 

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