Online Safety tools
Malicious Software Removal Tool

Malicious Software Removal Tool Detect and remove viruses and malware.
Baseline Security Analyser

Baseline Security Analyser Detect missing security updates.
Security Awareness Tool Kit

Security Awareness Tool Kit Want security-conscious employees?
Security Compliance

Security Compliance Check the compliance of your Windows systems.
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Tools and security resources to keep your organisation's IT infrastructure secure.

Security TechCenter

The Latest Microsoft Security Intelligence Report

The Microsoft Security Intelligence Report (SIR) provides an in-depth perspective on the changing threat landscape including software vulnerability disclosures and exploits, malicious software (malware), and potentially unwanted software. Using data derived from hundreds of millions of Windows users, and some of the busiest online services on the Internet, this report also provides a detailed analysis of the threat landscape and the changing face of threats and countermeasures and includes updated data on privacy and breach notifications.

The sixth volume of the report is now available:
SIR Volume 6 (July through December 2008) and Key Findings Summary (available in 10 languages)

Understanding Anti-Malware Technologies

This white paper helps IT Professionals to understand the overall malware landscape and how to take advantage of the features in their anti-malware technology.

Security Assessment Tool

Guidance to address security needs. Assess your security, then strengthen it!


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Resources for IT Professionals

Resources to help secure your Government organisation.