Internet Explorer To Block Outdated ActiveX Controls

Starting August 12th Microsoft is going to release an update for Internet Explorer that will start blocking out-of-date ActiveX controls. "ActiveX controls are small apps that let Web sites provide content, like videos and games, and let you interact with content like toolbars. Unfortunately, because many ActiveX controls aren’t automatically updated, they can become outdated as new versions are released. It’s very important that you keep your ActiveX controls up-to-date because malicious or compromised Web pages can target security flaws in outdated controls to collect information, install dangerous software, or by let someone else control your computer remotely."

More information about the upcoming feature can be read from the related blog post.