Depending on how you spin this information, it's either good news or bad. A study by a decidedly partial observer, security vendor PC Tools Software, showed that Windows Vista, while much improved over Windows XP, is still far too vulnerable.
One of the strengths of Firefox has been its large assortment of extensions, plug-ins and language packs, which extend its functionality in any number of ways. Internet Explorer has nowhere near the number or variety of add-ons. Of course, if one of them gets compromised ...
Most malware attack vectors are designed to target a wide cross-section of potential victims, but every now and then something different pops up. In this case, there's a new bug spreading aimed specifically at corporate CEOs with a fear of the criminal justice system.
