A closer look at MacScan 2.6.1 (Net Security)
MacScan detects, isolates, and removes spyware applications such as keystroke loggers and trojan horses. Blacklisted cookie scanner removes tracking cookies without saved usernames or passwords. MacSc…source
First Look: Microsoft Security Essentials (PC World via Yahoo! News)
The beta version of Microsoft Security Essentials, a free program that fights viruses and spyware, is now available for download. The app, previously code-named Morro, replaces Windows Live OneCare and fights the usual rogues’ gallery of PC threats, including worms, Trojans, and other troublemakers.source
Microsoft to offer free anti-virus software (The Manila Times)
Microsoft has announced plans to offer free anti-virus software to PC users starting next year. The Redmond, Washington-based software giant said the software, code-named “Morro,” will “provide comprehensive protection from malware including viruses, spyware, rootkits and trojans.”source
Microsoft intros beta antivirus tool (MacNN)
Microsoft on Tuesday officially launched the Security Essentials beta protection software for viruses and spyware that includes Trojans, worms and other malicious software. Previously known by the Morro codename, the software is available to download now and carries no associated costs or subscription fees with it. Microsoft also stresses the software’s ease of use, with [...]
Free Microsoft Security Software Due Out Next Week (Data Storage Today)
Microsoft’s free software to battle malware will be released Tuesday through its Web site, the company has confirmed. Called Microsoft Security Essentials, it consists of the anti-malware components of Windows Live OneCare, for which there has been an annual charge of $49.95. Security Essentials helps protect a PC against viruses, spyware, Trojans, rootkits and other [...]