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US Defense Department to partially lift flash drive ban

I never understood the ban...All that was needed was a registry entry to disable autorun so it did not parse the autorun.inf file, then use GPO's to disable autoplay. I guess its better to be safe then sorry but still...It is trange that this Autorun function...

Tags: Flash memory, Cyberthreats, Autorun, USB flash drive, time-I, U.S. Department of Defense

Discussion threads 2009-10-27

Windows AutoRun gets a makeover to combat malware

Windows AutoRun gets a makeover to combat malwareFinally!Now for the OTHER 999 "convenience features" that work like leaving the keys in the car!Personally, I want autorun to work even for USB drivesBecause when I stick the drive into my machine, I want to pop up that list asking me what...

Tags: Spyware, adware & malware, Cyberthreats, Viruses and worms, SECURITY, Windows AutoRun, malware, makeover, Autorun, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Corp.

Discussion threads 2009-04-28

Is there no end to the AutoRun madness?

Is there no end to the AutoRun madness?Another option for some versions of Windows: SRPSoftware Restriction Policy is another option for some versions of Windows, such as WinXP Professional, Vista Business/Ultimate/Enterprise, and Windows Server 2003/2008. It doesn't get much discussion, which is unfortunate since it can prevent AutoPlay...

Tags: Microsoft Windows, Software Restriction Policy, Autorun

Discussion threads 2008-12-01

Is there no end to the AutoRun madness?

* Ryan Naraine is traveling. Guest editorial by Roel Schouwenberg Let's skip any introduction and get straight to the point: We're currently facing a problem of epidemic proportions in malware that is spreading via removable devices. The U.S. army's recent...

Tags: Floppy Disk, Malware, Microsoft Corp., USB, Virus, AutoRun, Cyberthreats, Spyware, Adware & Malware, Microsoft Windows, Viruses And Worms, Security, Operating Systems, Software, Ryan Naraine

Blog posts 2008-12-01

Additional Resources

Autorun Virus Remover 2.3 build 1022 (Windows)

Autorun Virus Remover provides protection against any malicious programs trying to attack via USB drive. When a USB device is inserted into your computer, Autorun Virus Remover will automatically scan it, block and delete autorun virus, trojans, and malicious code. Also, it can detect and remove USB virus such as...

Tags: Microsoft Windows, USB Flash Drive, USB, Virus, Computer, AutorunRemover, Autorun Virus Remover, Cyberthreats, Productivity, Viruses And Worms, Security

Software downloads 2009-11-02

SamLogic CD-Menu Creator 2008 6.0.15 (Windows)

SamLogic CD-Menu Creator is a tool that creates impressive autorun multimedia menu interfaces for CD, DVD and USB flash drives. From these menus you can execute installation programs, launch applications, show documents, play movies, show graphics, play Flash animations and explore the Internet. The menus can contain buttons, pictures, movies,...

Tags: SamLogic, Microsoft Windows, SamLogic CD-Menu Creator, Internet

Software downloads 2009-10-25

Hide My Drives 3.3 (Windows)

Hide My Drives allows user to prevent any of your Windows PC drives from coming into harm. They all can be protected and hidden: USB, network, floppy, DVD, CD, and local drives. Access to this utility can be protected by password. There is a feature included that allows you to...

Tags: Microsoft Windows, Soft Keeper

Software downloads 2009-10-24

1st Disk Drive Protector 3.3 (Windows)

Protect your PC from abusive use of removable media with 1st Disk Drive Protector. This software will easily help you enforce whether your users are allowed to use removable media or access your local drives. You can not only hide, lock and prevent usage of local, network, Floppy and USB...

Tags: Disk, Disk Drive, Microsoft Windows, Removable Media, F Key Solutions

Software downloads 2009-10-23

USB Drive Antivirus 2.3 build 1022 (Windows)

USB Drive Antivirus provides 100% protection against any malicious programs trying to attack via USB drive. When an USB device is inserted into your computer, USB Drive Antivirus will automatically scan it, block and delete USB virus, trojans, and malicious code. Also it can detect and remove USB virus such...

Tags: Microsoft Windows, USB Flash Drive, USB, Easysoft, USB Drive Antivirus, Flash Memory

Software downloads 2009-10-22

AutoPlay Media Studio 7.5.1008 (Windows)

AutoPlay Media Studio makes it easy to create your own interactive multimedia software. Even if you re not a programmer, you'll be creating professional projects in no time. It s all done in a completely visual, drag-and-drop design environment. From images, text, checkboxes, radio buttons and music to slideshows, video,...

Tags: Software, Multimedia, Microsoft Indigo, Microsoft Windows, Indigo Rose Software

Software downloads 2009-10-19

MenuBox 5.1 (Windows)

Leverage your web design experience to create sophisticated multimedia content, HTML pages that look and feel like application dialogs, "chromeless" browser windows, or quickly build powerful text-based menus. Use MenuBox to AutoRun-enable your CDs and DVDs, as a multi-purpose application launcher, or as a customized HTML browser. Features include a...

Tags: HTML, Microsoft Windows, Web Browser, Cloanto, Web Browsers, Internet

Software downloads 2009-10-14

GGreat USB AntiBody 2.85.1 (Windows)

Benchmark the safety of your USB drive (Pen drive, Memory card, External drive, Digi-Camera, Mobile phone). Detect and remove suspicious files found in autorun.inf. Auto install protection when new USB drive was inserted, then it has antibody and eliminates the USB flash virus. Autorun.inf is unmodifiable and cannot be deleted....

Tags: Microsoft Windows, USB Flash Drive, USB, Virus, Autorun.inf, Cyberthreats, Flash Memory, Viruses And Worms, Security

Software downloads 2009-10-11

First Aid 1.5.1 (Windows)

FiRST AiD is a restriction removal tool with USB Antivirus and file/folder hider. Where you can remove all kind of restriction. After virus attack it is very much essential. Just few clicks make your OS as previous. Easily recover windows basic things i.e Task Manager, Registry, USB stick write protection,...

Tags: Restriction, Microsoft Windows, USB, Clientforum Developers Team, FiRST AiD, Viruses And Worms, Security

Software downloads 2009-10-08

Panda USB Vaccine 1.0.1.4 (Windows)

Panda USB Vaccine is a free utility from Panda Research which helps prevent malware infections due to the autorun feature of Windows Operating Systems. Once executed the user can choose two types of vaccinations: Computer Vaccination or USB Drive Vaccination. USB Vaccine allows users to vaccinate their PCs in order...

Tags: Malware, USB Flash Drive, USB, Panda Security, Panda USB Vaccine, USB Vaccine, Spyware, Adware & Malware, Cyberthreats, Microsoft Windows, Viruses And Worms, Security, Operating Systems, Software

Software downloads 2009-10-07

Registry Flashlight Fixer 1.5 (Windows)

Registry Flashlight Fixer is a simple and easy to use registry booster which enables you to control the most hidden Microsoft Windows operation system settings to suit your special needs for security and safety. Usually we take Windows settings for granted but what you don't know is how easy you...

Tags: Registry, Best Security Tips, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Software

Software downloads 2009-09-24

AUTOption Graphic 9.0 (Windows)

AUTOption Graphic allows you to create an interactive Autorun/Autoplay menu application that gives a highly professional touch to your CDs. It creates impressive menus based on preset styles (16 Styles included) with your choice of color. The photo styles take your own photo or image and applies special. With a...

Tags: Microsoft Windows, Button, Photograph, Pollen Software, AUTOption Graphic

Software downloads 2009-09-20

News to know: Skype; reCAPTCHA; Oracle Q1; Zune HD; Bing

Here are today's notable headlines. You can get News To Know via email alert and RSS daily. For continuous updates see BNET's around-the-Web tech coverage. Sam Diaz: Report: Skype founders sue eBay; could complicate Skype sale Dave Greenfield: Skype Founders Sue eBay and...

Tags: Google Inc., Oracle Corp., Microsoft Zune, Andrew Nusca, Skype Technologies S.A., Microsoft Corp., Sam Diaz, Phishing, Microsoft Project, Netbooks, Nettops & MIDs, Cyberthreats, Web Browsers, Handhelds, Security, Spam And Phishing, Microsoft Office, Office Suites, Software, Hardware, Internet

Blog posts 2009-09-17

TR Dojo: Disable AutoRun on Windows XP and Vista with a quick registry hack

There's a way to change Windows default AutoRun behavior. In this TR Dojo video, Bill Detwiler demonstrates a handy registry hack the will disable AutoRun on Windows XP and Vista. by Larry Dignan

Tags: Registry, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Microsoft Windows XP, Operating Systems, Software, Larry Dignan

Blog posts 2009-09-16

Autoplay Menu Designer 3.4 (Windows)

Autoplay Menu Designer builds professional-looking autorun menus for CD-ROM, DVD, USB Flash drives. The user can create a project from scratch or use one of the 15 pre-built layouts, add graphics, buttons and interactive events to create an autorun menu with engaging look and simple navigation. The program allows one...

Tags: Menu, Microsoft Windows, Visual Designing, Tools & Techniques, Consumer Electronics, Management, Personal Technology

Software downloads 2009-09-16

AutoPlay Studio 3.0.0.24 (Windows)

AutoPlay Studio is the easiest way to create autorun menus for your CD, DVD and USB Stick. With AutoPlay Studio and a little imagination you can build and share a huge variety of handy projects. Simply click to create a project, edit the content, and burn the project to CD/DVD....

Tags: Project, CD, Microsoft Windows, AutoPlay Studio, DVD, Consumer Electronics, Personal Technology, Home Entertainment

Software downloads 2009-09-15