Internet Security Systems Pre-emptively Protects Customers

Published 14th December 2005

Flaw in Internet Explorer Allows Remote Attackers To Obtain Unauthorised Access to Affected Machines...

LONDON – December 14, 2005
Internet Security Systems, Inc. (ISS) (NASDAQ: ISSX) today announced that the company has provided customers with pre-emptive protection for the Internet Explorer Javascript Window() Object vulnerability addressed by Microsoft in yesterday’s monthly security update. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could be used to gain unauthorised access to networks and machines. Compromise of networks and machines using Internet Explorer may lead to exposure of confidential information, loss of productivity and further network compromise.

This vulnerability was first identified in May 2005 as a low-risk issue that could result in a crash and denial-of-service on Internet Explorer. The issue was deemed critical in November 2005 when it was discovered that the vulnerability could also allow for remote compromise of affected machines. While Microsoft released a patch for this vulnerability today, ISS customers have been protected for three weeks, since the vulnerability was first realised to be critical.

“At ISS we’re in the business of protecting our customers ahead of the threat,” said Chris Rouland, chief technology officer of Internet Security Systems. “Our rapid response to this Internet Explorer vulnerability serves as yet another example of our dedication to pre-emptive security.”

By focusing on vulnerabilities rather than known exploits, ISS’ X-Force® research and development team allows ISS to offer security that protects organisations from Internet threats before they impact business assets. By leveraging X-Force security research and ISS’ Virtual Patch™ technology, ISS’ Proventia® security products automatically patch vulnerabilities and protect critical assets from Internet attacks until organisations are able to obtain, test and apply patches from affected vendors.





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