Microsoft Hardens Vista Against Kernel Mode Malware

With the threat from kernel-mode rootkits on the rise, Microsoft plans to make a significant policy change to block uncertified drivers from loading on x64 versions of Windows Vista.

Starting with Windows Vista and Windows Server (Longhorn), kernel-mode software must have a digital signature to load on x64-based computer systems. Microsoft Hardens Vista Against Kernel-Mode Malware

Linked by shanmuga Tuesday, 24th January 2006 11:22PM