Microsoft Ends Support For Old Browser Versions

Internet explorer users are “at risk” as Microsoft ends technical support and security updates for old browser versions.

21:20 13 January 2016

Microsoft has ended technical support and security updates for older versions of its Internet Explorer browsers as of January 12, 2016. The changes, which were announced in August 2014, affect versions 8, 9 and 10. Browsers are often targeted by hackers and experts say that this move will minimise the number of attacks.

 

"Beginning January 12, 2016, only the most current version of Internet Explorer available for a supported operating system will receive technical support and security updates," the software giant announced on its website.

 

"Microsoft encourages customers to upgrade and stay up-to-date on the latest browser for a faster, more secure browsing experience."

 

Meanwhile, experts also encouraged users to make an upgrade.  

 

Mark James, researcher at security firm ESET added: "No updates, no patches, no fixes, no new versions and no support options if things go wrong. This basically means it's a hot potato and you need to drop it as fast as you can."