[geeks] any thoughts for hardening w7?

[Nicolai]

On Sat, Dec 22, 2012 at 04:28:33PM -0500, Phil Stracchino wrote:
> On 12/22/12 12:15, Nicolai wrote:

> > * Verify ALSR is enabled
> 
> A recently published exploit completely defeats ASLR.  Don't rely on it.

Some protection is better than none. :)

Even OpenBSD relies on defense in depth.  Of course it's better
implemented...

> > * Make sure she understands that most antivirus software is
> > fake/malicious.
> 
> This is an extreme overstatement.

I wasn't referring to the efficacy or other characteristics of
legitimate antivirus software.  'Twas referring to this:

> There *is* malware out there that pretends to be antivirus software.

And that's what OP's wife needs to be aware of.

Nicolai