Credit: Mike Blake/Reuters Microsoft, the world’s leading producer of software, is not attempting to block rivals in the computer security space from access to the core, or “kernel,” of its upcoming Windows Vista operating system (OS) to make it difficult for them to tailor their products to the OS, Russian computer security firm Kaspersky Lab said Friday, Reuters reports via WashingtonPost.com.The statement was made by Natalya Kaspersky, chief executive and cofounder of Kaspersky Lab in reference to charges last week from McAfee, another antivirus provider, that Microsoft was attempting to create a monopoly for its security offering by blocking others from the core of the Vista OS, according to Reuters. Symantec, also a computer security vendor, had previously expressed concern over security features within Vista as well.Kaspersky told Reuters, “From what we have seen of Vista, we cannot tell that Microsoft is blocking access to the core.”The Redmond, Wash.-based firm responded to McAfee’s accusation by saying that it has in the past and will continue to work hand in hand on Vista with computer security vendors. Kaspersky echoed that sentiment by saying that Microsoft did indeed hold its annual get-together with computer security vendors over the summer, and she didn’t notice anything out of the ordinary, according to Reuters. Microsoft introduced its first computer security offering in June, dubbed Windows Live OneCare.Windows Vista is slated for release to businesses and manufactures in November, and the consumer release is expected in January. Related content brandpost Sponsored by Palo Alto Networks Operational technology systems require a robust Zero Trust strategy in 2024 Zero Trust provides a foundation for creating a stronger security posture in 2024. By Navneet Singh, vice president of marketing, network security, Palo Alto Networks Dec 05, 2023 6 mins Security brandpost Sponsored by AWS in collaboration with IBM How digital twin technology is changing complex industrial processes forever As the use cases for digital twins proliferate, it is becoming clear that data-driven enterprises with a track record of innovation stand the best chance of success. By Laura McEwan Dec 05, 2023 4 mins Digital Transformation brandpost Sponsored by AWS in collaboration with IBM Why modernising applications needs to be a ‘must’ for businesses seeking growth Around one-third of enterprises are spending heavily on application modernisation and aiming for cloud native status. The implications for corporate culture, structure and priorities will be profound. By Laura McEwan Dec 05, 2023 5 mins Digital Transformation opinion 11 ways to reduce your IT costs now Reorienting IT’s budget toward future opportunities is a big reason why CIOs should review their IT portfolios with an eye toward curbing unnecessary spending and realizing maximum value from every IT investment. By Stephanie Overby Dec 05, 2023 11 mins Budget Cloud Management IT Governance Podcasts Videos Resources Events SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER From our editors straight to your inbox Get started by entering your email address below. Please enter a valid email address Subscribe