Microsoft to boost security with reward scheme
13 November 2003
Despite the software giant's own executives admitting publicly over a year ago that their products 'weren't designed for security', Microsoft has recently announced a programme which will offer rewards in exchange for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those guilty of exploiting its products as part of a new for product security.
Security breaches have long been a detrimental factor on corporate profits in the IT sector and as news of internet hackers exploiting the online retail and banking sectors spreads, consumers are looking for products with a guarantee for safe and secure usage.
The rewards programme will build on Microsoft's recent announcement that it will convert its traditional as-necessary security bulletin and patch-release process into a predictable monthly one.
Microsoft's October 2003 white paper security measures read: 'Microsoft will make an exception to the above release schedule if we determine that customers are at immediate risk from viruses, worms, attacks or other malicious activities. In such a situation Microsoft may release security patches as soon as possible to help protect customers.'
Microsoft chairman Steve Ballmer said the company's rewards program makes it clear that Microsoft is 'taking security seriously.'
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