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IMPORTANT: Install critical security patch MS03-026


IMPORTANT: Install critical security patch MS03-026 John Sheu [msdnaa]
7/26/2003 5:05:38 PM
dotnet academic:
Microsoft strongly recommends installing this critical security patch on
your machines *immediately*. This vulnerability affects Windows NT 4.0,
Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Server 2003. Earlier today, sample
code to exploit this vulnerability was posted to the Internet. It was
proof-of-concept code, not a worm or virus, but we strongly urge you to take
preventive measures and patch your systems.

MS03-026: Buffer Overrun In RPC Interface Could Allow Code Execution
http://www.microsoft.com/security/security_bulletins/ms03-026.asp

The easiest way to patch your machines is to use Windows Update since it
will automatically identify, download, and install the critical security
patches your system requires.

Windows Update
http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com/

If enabled, the Windows XP Internet Connection Firewall blocks the affected
ports by default, but it is best to apply this patch to every machine.
Please consult the security bulletin for details.

Thanks for taking the time to keep your machines secure.

John Sheu
MSDN Academic Alliance
http://www.msdnaa.net/

Re: IMPORTANT: Install critical security patch MS03-026 Giacomo
7/26/2003 8:14:19 PM
John,
It would appear that the patch is not yet there or if it is, you haven't
provided adequate information in your bulletin. Does this patch have an
associated "Q"? I went up to the windows update site and couldn't find this
patch. It is currently 8:13 PM EDT Saturday 7/26/03
Giacomo

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Re: IMPORTANT: Install critical security patch MS03-026 Giacomo
7/26/2003 8:17:17 PM
OR KB ... my most recent KB is 823980..
Giacomo
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Re: IMPORTANT: Install critical security patch MS03-026 William Burrows
7/27/2003 9:12:11 AM
Giacomo,

I believe it is Security Update for Windows XP (823980).

bill burrows

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Re: IMPORTANT: Install critical security patch MS03-026 Giacomo
7/27/2003 12:22:44 PM
Thanks Bill... guess it didn't show because my network manager was on the
ball and had already updated us with it.
Appreciate the comment.
Giacomo

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