While users are still waiting for a patch from Microsoft, many antivirus programs are already capable of protecting you from this security vulnerability.
In a test conducted by AV-Test, 206 “malicious” files were passed through antivirus programs from several well-known security firms. Symantec and McAfee detected all the codes, while Trend Micro missed 63 files. This test was published in CNET.news.
Some programs from smaller security firms also identified all the dangerous codes, such as Sophos, Kaspersky, Computer Associates International, F-Secure, and BitDefender. Microsoft’s new Windows OneCare test also protected computers against these attacks.
AV-Test also conducted additional testing with programs like AVG and Clam AntiVirus. The results showed that AVG allowed 59 codes to slip through, while Clam AntiVirus detected and neutralized almost all files (leaving only one file).
However, Microsoft stated that they have not observed many attacks on their customers, which is why they will release a patch next Tuesday, according to their monthly schedule. Until then, customers can protect themselves following the guidance of other security firms.
