Internet Explorer Security Problem (no really, this one’s pretty serious)

Microsoft is supposed to release an emergency patch for Internet Explorer today, hoping to fix a significant problem they've discovered. Apparently all versions of IE (even the near complete 8 in beta) are having some trouble with "remote code execution", which we're not completely sure about, but others say that it lets attackers (bad people) obtain (steal) personal information (passwords, usernames) from unsuspecting users on otherwise legitimate sites. Apparently the ill use has primarily been utilized thus far for stealing online gaming codes, but has potential to steal other important things. (There are more important things?)

The patch will be made available today at 1 p.m. EST from the Microsoft Download Center and Microsoft Update site. Get it. Get it soon.

Analysts are suggesting that you try a variety of work-around fixes for the time being, or utilize a different browser. But even alternative browser enthusiasts typically have a copy of IE on hand because IE seems to be necessary for certain things. So we suggest you get the patch update, and in the meantime, check out our Internet Browser Reviews to consider an alternative. And why not test your new browser by pointing it to a few more interesting articles?

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