August security update released
15:45 18 August 2010
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Microsoft has issued 14 new security updates as part of its monthly patch distribution.
The
updates fix issues with the following programs:
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft XML
- Internet Explorer
- Windows Server
- Windows Media Player
- .NET Framework
The update fixes 14 flaws. Eight are listed as 'critical', the most urgent that the company provides. It also addresses another six flaws listed as 'important', the second most urgent.
They fix weaknesses in the programs
that if
exploited could allow somebody to take control of the applications to
alter and delete data.
The patches solve problems that can affect
both PC users and Mac users.
All Windows users, including those with Vista, are urged to apply the update immediately by clicking on the provided link.
This will enable you to download critical component updates, service packs, security fixes, patches and free upgrades to selected Windows components.
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