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IE Browser bug

We are recommending that users stop using IE due to a vulnerability which makes it possible for hackers to take control of a user’s computer after it has been infected with malicious code.

Microsoft does recommend some work-arounds: https://technet.microsoft.com/en-US/library/security/2963983 or we can use another browser until this is resolved. A fix is expected by May 13.

Also, the attack will not work without Adobe Flash. Disabling the Flash plugin within IE will prevent the exploit from functioning.

Other references:

http://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/current-activity/2014/04/28/Microsoft-Internet-Explorer-Use-After-Free-Vulnerability-Being

http://www.cnet.com/news/stop-using-ie-until-bug-is-fixed-says-us/

http://www.latimes.com/business/technology/la-fi-tn-microsoft-internet-explorer-bug-windows-xp-20140428,0,6544915.story#axzz30HkMrtSo