An unpatched server is not your server!

When everything is running fine, the thought is usually “if it ain’t broke, why fix it?” The problem is that there are people out in the world who do nothing but try to hack into vulnerable servers. Unfortunately for Microsoft, there is always someone trying to find holes in their software. Some of the uncovered threats have allowed the possibility of outside forces to run code and executables on your server. Thankfully, Microsoft is very vigilant about creating fixes for security holes as they find them. Most companies only worry about these patches when they are already having a problem, or if there are reports of a significant threat, like Code Red or Nimda. The best thing to do is nip these in the bud by staying current with patches, hot fixes and virus protection. There are a number of Anti Virus products available from companies like Symantec, McAfee and Trend Micro. If you are not using one now, you definitely should be. Regular maintenance by your IT provider can help you keep on top of this potentially damaging situation. Contact support@entecva.com.