Microsoft gets outside help for Internet Explorer 7

Microsoft has enlisted some outside help for one of the most anticipated new features of its updated web browser: the ability to alert people that they may be about to enter a fraudulent website.

The company has recruited WholeSecurity, a maker of computer security programs in Austin, Texas, to help Internet Explorer 7, the next version of its browser, identify websites designed to trick people into disclosing personal data to identity thieves, the companies said. These “phishing” sites mimic legitimate sites, such as eBay and Citibank, and have contributed to a national identity theft epidemic.

At least we see Microsoft cares enough about security that they will get outside help if the need be. Maybe they should get outside help for Vista. Check out the posting at Silicon.com. Source: digg.