Security Bulletin: Microsoft Patch Tuesday and Netflix Freeze scam

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Nerd Cave Security News for December 1st, 2019.


If you use Netflix, don't fall for this scam.  Emails are being sent indicating your Netflix account has been frozen.  You are offered a link to log into your Netflix account.  If you log in you'll inadvertently hand over your Netflix username and password.  For more information, click [here]. 

Microsoft Patch Tuesday has come and gone. There are security flaws in Internet Explorer as well as bug fixes for Office for Mac. There are also a number of other security bulletins listed here, including Adobe Flash Player and Google Chrome.  Users of Windows 7 are also being reminded that security updates for Windows 7 will cease after January 2020.  For more information, click [here].

Remember, if you need computer service, web development or application development be sure to contact us [here].


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