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Internet Explorer Web Browser Security Bug

 22 January, 2010

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There is a bug in Microsoft Internet Explorer which, if not fixed, could result in your computer being attacked by criminals. This bug is being actively exploited by criminals at present.

 

The Following software is being affected:

Internet Explorer 5

Internet Explorer 6

Internet Explorer 7

Internet Explorer 8

 

for the following operating system platforms:

Windows 2000

Windows XP

Windows Vista

Windows 7

Windows Server 2003

Windows Server 2008

 

The problem can be easily fixed by downloading and installing the software updates recommended by Microsoft.

 

Setting up automatic updates on your computer's operating system will save you time and reduce the risk to you and your files.

 

Unless your operating system is already set to update itself automatically, it is recommended you apply the updates as soon as possible to reduce your risk.

 

Information on how to setup Automatic Updates can be found here:

 

Windows XP

http://www.microsoft.com/windows/downloads/windowsupdate/learn/windowsxp.mspx

 

Windows 2000

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/327850

 

Windows Vista

http://www.microsoft.com/protect/computer/updates/vista.mspx

 

Windows 7

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/Turn-automatic-updating-on-or-off

 

The Microsoft Update web site enables you to update your Microsoft operating system and all other Microsoft software, such as Microsoft Office, from one location. When you visit Microsoft Update, the site scans your computer and gives you a list of updates relevant to your computer and its configuration. You then decide which updates you want to download and install.

 

http://update.microsoft.com/microsoftupdate

 

Microsoft have released a Security Bulletin about the problem. They will be probably also post details about patches here once they are available. 

 

Microsoft Security Bulletin (MS10-002)

 

 
 
 
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