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Antivirus Software Antivirus Software Remove Viruses Prevent Viruses Malware From Mary Landesman, your Guide to Antivirus Software The Automatic Opening of PDF Files Adobe Reader and Acrobat have very tight integration with the browser. In many cases, the integration is so tight that a website can automatically open a PDF in your browser without your explicit permission. And now, a noted security researcher is reporting two additional ways that Adobe can open PDF files without prompting first for permission. Microsoft Patches ASP.NET Flaw Microsoft has released MS10-070, an out-of-band security patch to address a recently disclosed vulnerability in ASP.NET. Successful exploit could expose sensitive cryptographic information when error responses are not properly handled. How to Disable Java in Internet Explorer Java (not to be confused with JavaScript) is fast becoming one of the most targeted third-party applications for malicious exploit via the Web. One easy thing you can do to avoid this method of attack is simply disable Java. When you do need it for that website game or calculator, just re-enable it (but be sure to turn it back off when you're done). How to Disable Java in Firefox Whether you're a Mac or a PC user, chances are good that Sun's Java (not to be confused with JavaScript) is installed on your computer, However, chances are also good that you very seldom actually need Java. Here's how to disable (and re-enable) Java in Firefox. Antivirus Software Ads Anti Virus Software AntiVirus Free AntiVirus Virus Avg Software Avg AntiVirus Review Featured Articles Do You Need a Job? Adobe Flash Security Update The Two Sides to Every Link Viruses Explained Mac Virus Resources Tips for Securing your PC   More from About.com Is it a Cold or the Flu? Knowing whether you have a cold or the flu can help you treat your symptoms more effectively. More> Concerned About Your Drinking? This short quiz can help you identify whether or not you have a drinking problem. More> This newsletter is written by: Mary Landesman Antivirus Software Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Antivirus Software newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Must Reads Top Ten Ways to Get Infected Five Tricks the Scammers Use How to Beef Up Your Browser Top Windows Antivirus Mac Antivirus Options Advertisement