The Microsoft Security Update Newsletter

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THE MICROSOFT SECURITY UPDATE NEWSLETTER

September 3, 2003

The Microsoft Security Update Newsletter for home users
and small businesses provides information on security-related
updates to Microsoft(R) products, as well as virus alerts
and resources for more information on security issues.

You have received this update as a subscriber to the Microsoft
Security Update Newsletter. To cancel your subscription, follow
the instructions at the bottom of this page.
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SECURITY BULLETIN MS03-034

Security Update for Microsoft Windows
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=237617

SEVERITY
Low

WHY WE ARE ISSUING THIS UPDATE
A security issue has been identified in Microsoft Windows(R)
that could allow an attacker to see information in your computer's
memory over a network. You can help protect your computer by
installing this update from Microsoft.

MICROSOFT PRODUCTS AFFECTED BY THIS UPDATE
Windows NT(R) Server 4.0
Windows NT Server 4.0 Terminal Server Edition
Windows 2000
Windows XP
Windows Server(TM) 2003
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SECURITY BULLETIN MS03-035

Security Update for Microsoft Word
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=237618

SEVERITY
Important

WHY WE ARE ISSUING THIS UPDATE
An identified security issue in Microsoft Word(R) could allow an
attacker to compromise a Microsoft Windows-based system and then
take a variety of actions. For example, an attacker could read
files on your computer or run programs on it. By installing this
update, you can help protect your computer.

MICROSOFT PRODUCTS AFFECTED BY THIS UPDATE
Word 97, 98(J), 2000, and 2002
Works Suite 2001, 2002, and 2003
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SECURITY BULLETIN MS03-036

Security Update for Microsoft Office
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=237619

SEVERITY
Important

WHY WE ARE ISSUING THIS UPDATE
An identified security issue in Microsoft Office could allow an
attacker to compromise a system using Microsoft Office and then
take a variety of actions. For example, an attacker could read
files on your computer or run programs on it. By installing this
update, you can help protect your computer.

MICROSOFT PRODUCTS AFFECTED BY THIS UPDATE
Office 97, 2000, and XP
Word 98(J)
FrontPage 2000 and 2002
Publisher 2000 and 2002
Works Suite 2001, 2002, and 2003
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SECURITY BULLETIN MS03-037

Security Update for Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=237620

SEVERITY
Critical

WHY WE ARE ISSUING THIS UPDATE
An identified security issue in Microsoft Visual Basic(R) for
Applications could allow an attacker to compromise a Windows-based
system and then take a variety of actions. For example, an attacker
could read files on your computer or run programs on it. By
installing this update, you can help protect your computer.

MICROSOFT PRODUCTS AFFECTED BY THIS UPDATE
Visual Basic for Applications SDK 5.0, 6.0, 6.2, and 6.3
Office 97, 2000, and XP
Word 98(J)
Visio 2000 and 2002
Project 2000 and 2002
Publisher 2002
Works Suite 2001, 2002, and 2003
Business Solutions Great Plains 7.5
Business Solutions Dynamics 6.0 and 7.0
Business Solutions eEnterprise 6.0 and 7.0
Business Solutions Solomon 4.5, 5.0, and 5.5
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SECURITY BULLETIN MS03-038

Security Update for Microsoft Access and Access Snapshot Viewer
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=237621

SEVERITY
Moderate

WHY WE ARE ISSUING THIS UPDATE
An identified security issue in Microsoft Access and the downloadable
Access Snapshot Viewer could allow an attacker to compromise a system
using Microsoft Office or the Microsoft Access Snapshot Viewer and
then take a variety of actions. For example, an attacker could read
files on your computer or run programs on it. By installing this
update, you can help protect your computer.

MICROSOFT PRODUCTS AFFECTED BY THIS UPDATE
Access 97, 2000, and 2002
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VIRUS ALERTS

Please review this information to learn more about the Blaster worm.
"What You Should Know About the Blaster Worm and Its Variants"
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=237622

The Sobig.F virus is still a significant threat. We would like to
advise you that if you receive an e-mail containing a suspicious
attachment, even if it appears to be from someone you know, you
should treat it with caution DO NOT OPEN THE ATTACHMENT. If possible
confirm with the sender that the attachment is safe. If you can't
confirm the authenticity of the attachment or it contains the file
extension .pif or .scr DELETE THE E-MAIL IMMEDIATELY.

Go here for more information on the Sobig virus:
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=237623
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

SECURITY AND PRIVACY WEB SITE
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=237624

SECURITY BULLETIN FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=237625

PROTECT YOUR PC
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=237626

VIRUS ALERTS
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=237627

SECURITY NEWSGROUPS
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=237628
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THIS DOCUMENT AND OTHER DOCUMENTS PROVIDED PURSUANT TO THIS PROGRAM ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. The information type should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information presented after the date of publication. INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS PROVIDED 'AS IS' WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. The user assumes the entire risk as to the accuracy and the use of this document.
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[gem]

Just received this email from Microsoft.

THE MICROSOFT SECURITY UPDATE NEWSLETTER

September 10, 2003

The Microsoft Security Update Newsletter for home users and small businesses provides information on security-related updates to Microsoft(R) products, as well as virus alerts and resources for more information on security issues.

You have received this update as a subscriber to the Microsoft Security Update Newsletter. To cancel your subscription, follow the instructions at the bottom of this page.
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SECURITY BULLETIN

Please review Microsoft Security Bulletin MS03-039: Security Update for Microsoft Windows(R)
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=248073

WHY WE ARE ISSUING THIS UPDATE
A security issue has been identified that could allow an attacker to remotely compromise a computer running Microsoft Windows and gain complete control over it. You can help protect your computer by installing this update from Microsoft.

PRODUCTS AFFECTED
Windows NT(R) 4.0
Windows 2000
Windows XP
Windows Server(TM) 2003
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VIRUS ALERTS

There are no virus alerts this week. However, we would like to advise you that if you receive an e-mail that claims to be distributing a Microsoft software patch, it is a hoax that may be distributing a virus. Microsoft does not distribute software via e-mail. You can learn more about Microsoft software distribution policies here:
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=248074
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

SECURITY AND PRIVACY WEB SITE
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=248075

MICROSOFT SECURITY AND PRIVACY GLOSSARY
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=248076

VIRUS ALERTS
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=248077

SECURITY NEWSGROUPS
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=248078

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THIS DOCUMENT AND OTHER DOCUMENTS PROVIDED PURSUANT TO THIS PROGRAM ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. The information type should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information presented after the date of publication. INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS PROVIDED 'AS IS' WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. The user assumes the entire risk as to the accuracy and the use of this document.
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[Ian]

Hmmm,

http://www.microsoft.com/technet/tre...n/MS03-039.asp

says is supercedes

http://www.microsoft.com/technet/tre...n/MS03-026.asp

which is the original vulnerability used by the blaster worm, so is there a new vulnerability ? will everyone have to re-patch their pcs ?? (hope not or I`m having the week off work )

[gem]

Email received from Microsoft.

THE MICROSOFT SECURITY UPDATE E-MAIL ALERT

October 3, 2003

The Microsoft(R) Security Update is an e-mail alert service designed for home users and small businesses that provides information on important Microsoft security bulletins and virus alerts. Microsoft also uses this service to make subscribers aware that they might need to take action to guard against a circulating security threat.

You have received this update as a subscriber to the Microsoft Security Update. To cancel your subscription, follow the instructions at the bottom of this page.
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SECURITY BULLETIN

Please review Microsoft Security Bulletin MS03-040 (828750) Security Update for Microsoft Internet Explorer
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=267315

WHY WE ARE ISSUING THIS UPDATE
A number of security issues have been identified in Microsoft Internet Explorer that could allow an attacker to compromise a Microsoft Windows(R)-based system and then take a variety of actions. For example, an attacker could run programs on a computer used to view the attacker's Web site. This vulnerability affects computers that have Internet Explorer installed. You can help protect your computer by installing this update from Microsoft.

PRODUCTS AFFECTED
Internet Explorer 5.01
Internet Explorer 5.5
Internet Explorer 6.0
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VIRUS ALERTS

There are no new virus alerts this week. However, we would like to advise you that if you receive an e-mail that claims to be distributing a Microsoft software update, it is probably a malicious spoof trying to trick you into infecting your computer with a virus. Microsoft never widely distributes software in e-mail.
Learn how to spot a bogus security bulletin here:
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=267316
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

SECURITY AND PRIVACY WEB SITE
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=267317

VIRUS ALERTS
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=267318

SECURITY NEWSGROUPS
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=267319

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THIS DOCUMENT AND OTHER DOCUMENTS PROVIDED PURSUANT TO THIS PROGRAM ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. The information type should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information presented after the date of publication. INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS PROVIDED 'AS IS' WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. The user assumes the entire risk as to the accuracy and the use of this document.
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3. This document may not be distributed for profit

[gem]

MICROSOFT SECURITY UPDATE ALERT

October 15, 2003

SECURITY UPDATES FOR WINDOWS
The security updates for October 2003 address newly discovered issues in Microsoft(R) Windows(R). To learn more about the updates and which products are affected, review the notice on Microsoft.com:
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=280444.
asp

GET THE UPDATES NOW
If you manage your own computer, you can install the updates directly from the Windows Update Web site. Windows Update scans your computer and then recommends available updates. Security updates are listed under "Critical Updates and Service Packs":
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=280445

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VIRUS ALERTS
There are no new virus alerts.

BEWARE OF BOGUS BULLETINS
If you get an e-mail that claims to contain a Microsoft software update, it is probably a virus trying to trick you into infecting your computer. Microsoft never widely distributes software in e-mail.
Learn how to spot a bogus bulletin:
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=280446

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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

SECURITY AND PRIVACY WEB SITE
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=280447

VIRUS ALERTS
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=280448

SECURITY NEWSGROUPS
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=280449

PROTECT YOUR PC
http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=280450

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ABOUT THE MICROSOFT SECURITY UPDATE

The Microsoft Security Update is an e-mail alert service designed for home users and small businesses that provides information about Microsoft security updates and virus alerts. Microsoft also uses this service to make subscribers aware that they might need to take action to guard against a circulating security threat.

You have received this update because you are a subscriber. If you would like to unsubscribe, follow the instructions at the bottom of this page. (Omitted)
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[Alnath]

Microsoft dont send out emails do they? I thought all this was just to infect your PC?

[gem]

However told you that?
Yes Microsoft DO send out email's - have you never subscribed to any? What they don't do is to send email's with attachments/updates etc.
What you don't see on the email's above is the digital signature which I have deleted together with personal details.

[Alnath]

Oh, i have not subscribed to any cos i aint ever looked lol.

Sad as it is and even though i do actualy admire bill gates for what he has done i still dont trust him or M$ as far as i could throw the building they work from. Sad and ignorent i dare say it is but i reckon there are millions like me.

[gem]

For those of you that have doubts about emails from Microsoft,
see here.

[gem]

MICROSOFT SECURITY UPDATES ALERT

November 11, 2003

SECURITY UPDATES SUMMARY FOR NOVEMBER 2003
The November 2003 security updates address various issues, some critical, in Microsoft(R) Windows(R), Microsoft Office, and Microsoft
FrontPage(R) Server Extensions.

LEARN MORE ...
You can learn more about these updates and which products are Affected by reviewing these notices on Microsoft.com:

WINDOWS:
http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=308135
OFFICE:
http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=308136
FRONTPAGE SERVER EXTENSIONS:
http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=308137

... OR GET THE UPDATES NOW (IF YOU MANAGE YOUR OWN COMPUTER)

FOR WINDOWS:
You can install the updates directly from the Windows Update Web site. Windows Update scans your computer and then recommends available updates. Security updates are listed under "Critical Updates and Service Packs."
http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com/

FOR OFFICE:
You can install the update directly from the Office Update Web site. Office Update scans your computer and then recommends available updates.
http://office.microsoft.com/officeupdate/

FOR FRONTPAGE SERVER EXTENSIONS:
Different versions of this update are available from the Microsoft Download Center. To determine which version you need, follow the instructions provided in this notice on Microsoft.com.
http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=308137

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VIRUS ALERTS
There are no new virus alerts.

BEWARE OF BOGUS BULLETINS
If you get an e-mail that claims to contain a Microsoft software update, it is probably a virus trying to trick you into infecting your computer. Microsoft never widely distributes software in e-mail.
Learn how to spot a bogus bulletin:
http://www.microsoft.com/security/an...icate_mail.asp

__________________________________________________

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

SECURITY AND PRIVACY WEB SITE
http://www.microsoft.com/security/

VIRUS ALERTS
http://www.microsoft.com/security/antivirus/

SECURITY BULLETIN SEARCH TOOL
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/current.asp

SECURITY NEWSGROUPS
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/new...s/sectop10.asp

PROTECT YOUR PC
http://wwwprod/security/protect/

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ABOUT THE MICROSOFT SECURITY UPDATE
The Microsoft Security Update is an e-mail alert service designed for home users and small businesses that provides information about Microsoft security updates and virus alerts. Microsoft also uses this service to make subscribers aware that they might need to take action to guard against a circulating security threat.

THIS DOCUMENT AND OTHER DOCUMENTS PROVIDED PURSUANT TO THIS PROGRAM ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. The information type should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information presented after the date of publication. INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS PROVIDED 'AS IS' WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. The user assumes the entire risk as to the accuracy and the use of this document.
microsoft.com newsletter e-mail may be copied and distributed subject to the following conditions:

1. All text must be copied without modification and all pages must be included

2. All copies must contain Microsoft's copyright notice and any other notices provided therein

3. This document may not be distributed for profit

[gem]

MICROSOFT SECURITY UPDATES ALERT

January 13, 2004

SECURITY UPDATES SUMMARY FOR JANUARY 2004
The January 2004 security updates address various issues, some critical, in Microsoft(R) Internet Security and Acceleration Server (ISA Server), Microsoft Exchange Server, and Microsoft Data Access Components, a collection of Microsoft Windows(R) components.

LEARN MORE
You can learn more about these updates and which products are affected by reviewing the notices that are posted on the Microsoft Security website: http://www.microsoft.com/security/
__________________________________________________

VIRUS ALERTS
There are no new virus alerts.

BEWARE OF BOGUS BULLETINS
If you get an e-mail that claims to contain a Microsoft software update, it is probably a virus trying to trick you into infecting your computer. Microsoft never widely distributes software in e-mail.
Learn how to spot a bogus bulletin:
http://www.microsoft.com/security/an...icate_mail.asp

__________________________________________________

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

SECURITY AND PRIVACY WEB SITE
http://www.microsoft.com/security/

VIRUS ALERTS
http://www.microsoft.com/security/antivirus/

SECURITY BULLETIN SEARCH TOOL
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/current.asp

SECURITY NEWSGROUPS
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/new...s/sectop10.asp

PROTECT YOUR PC
http://www.microsoft.com/security/protect/

__________________________________________________

ABOUT THE MICROSOFT SECURITY UPDATE
The Microsoft Security Update is an e-mail alert service designed for home users and small businesses that provides information about Microsoft security updates and virus alerts. Microsoft also uses this service to make subscribers aware that they might need to take action to guard against a circulating security threat.

You have received this update because you are a subscriber. If you would like to unsubscribe, follow the instructions at the bottom of this page. (DELETED)
__________________________________________________

THIS DOCUMENT AND OTHER DOCUMENTS PROVIDED PURSUANT TO THIS PROGRAM ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. The information type should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information presented after the date of publication. INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS PROVIDED 'AS IS' WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. The user assumes the entire risk as to the accuracy and the use of this document.
microsoft.com newsletter e-mail may be copied and distributed subject to the following conditions:

1. All text must be copied without modification and all pages must be included

2. All copies must contain Microsoft's copyright notice and any other notices provided therein

3. This document may not be distributed for profit

[gem]

MICROSOFT SECURITY UPDATE

February 2, 2004

SECURITY UPDATE FOR FEBRUARY 2004
The February 2004 security update addresses newly discovered issues in Microsoft(R) Windows(R), including Microsoft Internet Explorer, a component of Windows.

LEARN MORE ...
You can learn more about this update and which software is affected by reviewing this notice on Microsoft.com:
http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=396029

... OR GET THE UPDATE NOW (IF YOU MANAGE YOUR OWN COMPUTER)
You can install the update directly from the Windows Update website. Windows Update scans your computer and then recommends available updates. Security updates are listed under "Critical Updates and Service Packs."
http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com/

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VIRUS ALERTS
Microsoft has issued an alert about the Mydoom worm.
You can learn more about this worm and which software is affected by reviewing this notice on Microsoft.com:
http://www.microsoft.com/security/antivirus/mydoom.asp

BEWARE OF BOGUS BULLETINS
If you receive an e-mail message that claims to contain a Microsoft software update, it is probably a virus trying to trick you into infecting your computer. Microsoft never widely distributes software in e-mail. Learn how to spot a bogus bulletin:
http://www.microsoft.com/security/an...icate_mail.asp

__________________________________________________

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

SECURITY WEB SITE
http://www.microsoft.com/security/

VIRUS ALERTS
http://www.microsoft.com/security/antivirus/

SECURITY BULLETIN SEARCH TOOL
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/current.asp

ANSWERS TO THE TOP 10 QUESTIONS ASKED IN THE SECURITY NEWSGROUPS
http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=396031

SECURITY NEWSGROUPS
http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=396030

PROTECT YOUR PC
http://www.microsoft.com/security/protect/

__________________________________________________

ABOUT THE MICROSOFT SECURITY UPDATE
The Microsoft Security Update is an e-mail alert service designed for home users and small businesses that provides information about Microsoft security updates and virus alerts. Microsoft also uses this service to make subscribers aware that they might need to take action to guard against a circulating security threat.

You have received this update because you are a subscriber. If you would like to unsubscribe, follow the instructions at the bottom of this page. (DELETED)
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THIS DOCUMENT AND OTHER DOCUMENTS PROVIDED PURSUANT TO THIS PROGRAM ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. The information type should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information presented after the date of publication. INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS PROVIDED 'AS IS' WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. The user assumes the entire risk as to the accuracy and the use of this document.
microsoft.com newsletter e-mail may be copied and distributed subject to the following conditions:

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2. All copies must contain Microsoft's copyright notice and any other notices provided therein

3. This document may not be distributed for profit

[silver]

thanks gem,

it seems they are only putting out new fixes once a month or so and they tend to co-incide with the email you get, so whenever you post their email I check windows update

Sil

[gem]

MICROSOFT SECURITY UPDATE

February 10, 2004

SECURITY UPDATES FOR FEBRUARY 2004
The February 2004 security updates address newly discovered issues in Microsoft(R) Windows(R), including Microsoft Internet Explorer, a component of Windows, and Microsoft Virtual PC for Mac.

LEARN MORE ...
You can learn more about these updates and which software is affected by reviewing the notices on Microsoft.com.
Security updates for Windows:
http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=400173
Security updates for Virtual PC for Mac:
http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=400174

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VIRUS ALERTS
There are no new virus alerts.

BEWARE OF BOGUS BULLETINS
If you receive an e-mail message that claims to contain a Microsoft software update, it is probably a virus trying to trick you into infecting your computer. Microsoft never widely distributes software in e-mail. Learn how to spot a bogus bulletin:
http://www.microsoft.com/security/an...icate_mail.asp

__________________________________________________

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

SECURITY WEB SITE
http://www.microsoft.com/security/

VIRUS ALERTS
http://www.microsoft.com/security/antivirus/

SECURITY BULLETIN SEARCH TOOL
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/current.asp

SECURITY NEWSGROUPS
http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=396030

SECURITY NEWSGROUPS TOP 10 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=396031

PROTECT YOUR PC
http://www.microsoft.com/security/protect/

__________________________________________________

ABOUT THE MICROSOFT SECURITY UPDATE
The Microsoft Security Update is an e-mail alert service designed to provide home users and small businesses with information about Microsoft security updates and virus alerts. Microsoft also uses this service to make subscribers aware that they might need to take action to guard against a circulating security threat.

You have received this update because you are a subscriber. If you would like to unsubscribe, follow the instructions at the bottom of this page. DELETED
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THIS DOCUMENT AND OTHER DOCUMENTS PROVIDED PURSUANT TO THIS PROGRAM ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. The information type should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information presented after the date of publication. INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS PROVIDED 'AS IS' WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. The user assumes the entire risk as to the accuracy and the use of this document.
microsoft.com newsletter e-mail may be copied and distributed subject to the following conditions:

1. All text must be copied without modification and all pages must be included

2. All copies must contain Microsoft's copyright notice and any other notices provided therein

3. This document may not be distributed for profit

[gem]

MICROSOFT SECURITY UPDATES ALERT

March 9, 2004

SECURITY UPDATES SUMMARY FOR MARCH 2004
This month's security updates address newly discovered issues in Microsoft(R) Windows(R), Microsoft Office, and MSN(R) Messenger.

LEARN MORE ...
To learn about these updates and which software is affected, review these notices on Microsoft.com:

WINDOWS
http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=432600
OFFICE
http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=432601
MSN MESSENGER
http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=436718

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VIRUS ALERTS
There are no new virus alerts.

BEWARE OF BOGUS BULLETINS
If you get an e-mail that claims to contain a Microsoft software update, it is probably a virus trying to trick you into infecting your computer. Microsoft never widely distributes software in e-mail.
Learn how to spot a bogus bulletin:
http://www.microsoft.com/security/an...icate_mail.asp

__________________________________________________

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

SECURITY WEBSITE
http://www.microsoft.com/security/

VIRUS ALERTS
http://www.microsoft.com/security/antivirus/

SECURITY BULLETIN SEARCH TOOL
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/current.aspx

SECURITY NEWSGROUPS
http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=436862

SECURITY NEWSGROUPS TOP 10 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=436863

PROTECT YOUR PC
http://www.microsoft.com/security/protect/

__________________________________________________

ABOUT THE MICROSOFT SECURITY UPDATE
The Microsoft Security Update is an e-mail alert service designed for home users and small businesses that provides information about Microsoft security updates and virus alerts. Microsoft also uses this service to make subscribers aware that they might need to take action to guard against a circulating security threat.
__________________________________________________

Microsoft.com newsletter e-mail may be copied and distributed under the following conditions:

* All text must be copied without modification and all pages must be included.

* All copies must contain the Microsoft copyright notice and any other notices provided therein.

* This document may not be distributed for profit.

[gem]

MICROSOFT SECURITY UPDATES ALERT

April 13, 2004

SECURITY UPDATES SUMMARY FOR APRIL 2004
This month's security updates address newly discovered issues in Microsoft(R) Windows(R), including Microsoft Outlook Express, a component of Windows.

LEARN MORE ...
To learn about these updates and which software is affected, review this notice on Microsoft.com:
http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=466770

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VIRUS ALERTS
There are no new virus alerts, although we encourage you to use our Mydoom and Doomjuice scanning and cleaning tool to help make sure that your computer is free from infection by Mydoom.A, Mydoom.B, Doomjuice.A, and Doomjuice.B.
http://www.microsoft.com/security/antivirus/mydoom.asp

BEWARE OF BOGUS BULLETINS
If you get e-mail that claims to contain a Microsoft software update, it is probably a virus trying to trick you into infecting your computer. Microsoft never widely distributes software in e-mail.
Learn how to spot a bogus bulletin:
http://www.microsoft.com/security/an...icate_mail.asp

__________________________________________________

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

SECURITY WEB SITE
http://www.microsoft.com/security/

HELP PROTECT YOUR PC FROM MASS MAILER WORMS LIKE BAGLE AND NETSKY
http://www.microsoft.com/security/in...ass_mailer.asp

SECURITY BULLETIN SEARCH TOOL
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/current.aspx

SECURITY NEWSGROUPS
http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=436862

SECURITY NEWSGROUPS TOP 10 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=436863

PROTECT YOUR PC
http://www.microsoft.com/security/protect/
__________________________________________________

ABOUT THE MICROSOFT SECURITY UPDATE
The Microsoft Security Update is an e-mail alert service designed for home users and small businesses that provides information about Microsoft security updates and virus alerts. Microsoft also uses this service to make subscribers aware that they might need to take action to guard against a circulating security threat.

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[silver]

Thanks Gem

got like 4 or 5 'critical updates' when I went there today

Sil

[gem]

All very reasuring isn't it

[babs]

Very reassuring indeedie ..

Worldwide computer giant Microsoft has issued special thanks to the Aberdeen teenager who discovered a major software glitch.

Matt Thompson was only 18 when he found a security fault in several of Microsoft's Windows software packages.

Matt, of Danestone, then contacted the 32 billion-a-year company in America to alert them to the problem.

They then worked together in secret to come up with a solution.

The former Oldmachar Academy pupil was working with Aberdeen IT when he made the discovery in October. He found a "vulnerability" which could have allowed hackers or viruses into PCs all over the world.

And now a special thanks has come from the massive corporation.

A spokeswoman said: "Microsoft would like to thank Matt Thompson for working with us to help protect customers by reporting the vulnerability."

The firm said, while its security response centre works constantly to identify any problems, it needs people like Matt to help.

She added: "Microsoft wants to single professionals out for special thanks."

Source:
GATES THANKS WHIZ FOR FIXING WINDOWS

[silver]

The crush of millions of Windows users trying to patch their computers overwhelmed Microsoft's update service for several hours after new security fixes were made available, the software giant acknowledged on Wednesday.

Immediately after Tuesday's release of four patches that fixed a score of flaws in the company's operating system, traffic to Microsoft's Windows Update site spiked higher than seen during any previous update, reaching a sustained download rate of more then 50GB per second. Past patches have resulted in 2 million people visiting Microsoft's Windows Update site every hour to download fixes. This time, between 3 million and 4 million users came to the site.

from http://zdnet.com.com/2100-1105_2-5191796.html

@ 50GB/sec,. or is it 50Gbit second - either way is a lot

Sil

[gem]

MICROSOFT SECURITY UPDATE ALERT

May 1, 2004

VIRUS ALERT
============

Microsoft has verified that a malicious worm known as W32.Sasser.worm and variants of that worm are spreading on the Internet.

You can help protect your computer by downloading and installing Microsoft Security Update MS04-011. You can find more information on this update at: http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=466770

If you have already installed the update, you are protected from the worm. If you have not already installed the update, you can download and install it from the Windows Update Web site. The update is listed in the critical updates under the update number 835732.
http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com
If you think your computer may be infected by W32.Sasser.worm, find out for sure and learn what you can do to remove it by visiting the What You Should Know About Sasser page at: http://www.microsoft.com/security/incident/sasser.asp

BEWARE OF BOGUS BULLETINS
=========================

If you receive an e-mail message that claims to contain a Microsoft software update, it is probably a virus trying to trick you into infecting your computer. Microsoft never widely distributes software in e-mail messages.

Learn how to spot a bogus bulletin:
http://www.microsoft.com/security/an...icate_mail.asp

ABOUT THE MICROSOFT SECURITY UPDATE
===================================

The Microsoft Security Update is an e-mail alert service designed for home users and small businesses that provides information about Microsoft security updates and virus alerts.
Microsoft also uses this service to make subscribers aware that they might need to take action to guard against a circulating security threat.

You have received this update because you are a subscriber.

Additional Resources:
=====================
*PROTECT YOUR PC: Microsoft has provided information on how you can help protect your PC at: http://www.microsoft.com/security/protect/

*SECURITY WEBSITE
http://www.microsoft.com/security/

*HELP PROTECT YOUR PC FROM MASS-MAILER WORMS, SUCH AS BAGLE AND NETSKY http://www.microsoft.com/security/in...ass_mailer.asp

*SECURITY BULLETIN SEARCH TOOL
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/current.aspx

*SECURITY NEWSGROUPS
http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=436862

*SECURITY NEWSGROUPS TOP 10 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=436863

Support:
========
Technical support is available from Microsoft Product Support Services at 1-866-PC SAFETY (1-866-727-2338) in the United States and Canada only. There is no charge for support calls associated with security updates. International customers can get support from their local Microsoft subsidiaries. Phone numbers for international support can be found at:
http://support.microsoft.com/common/international.aspx

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[Dave Smith]

Hi Gem. I am a bit confused. I installed this security fix on April 14th, from the Microsoft update site. I wonder why,Microsoft isuuing a warning now?

Regards

[gem]

Because the W32.Sasser.worm, parra 2, is spreading (see this thread) coupled with the fact that many have NOT installed the fix (for various reasons!).

[Dave Smith]

OK. Thanks for the info.

regards

[gem]

MICROSOFT SECURITY UPDATES ALERT

May 11, 2004

SECURITY UPDATE SUMMARY FOR MAY 2004
This month's security update addresses newly discovered issues in Microsoft(R) Windows(R).

LEARN MORE
To learn about these updates and which software is affected, review this notice on Microsoft.com:
http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=530449

__________________________________________________

VIRUS ALERT
The Sasser worm is circulating the Internet. Get more information, scan and your computer for the worm and remove it, and find step-by-step recovery instructions for yourself or a friend.
http://www.microsoft.com/security/incident/sasser.asp

BEWARE OF BOGUS BULLETINS
If you get e-mail that claims to contain a Microsoft software update, it is probably a virus trying to trick you into infecting your computer. Microsoft never widely distributes software in e-mail.
Learn how to spot a bogus bulletin:
http://www.microsoft.com/security/an...icate_mail.asp

__________________________________________________

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

SECURITY WEB SITE
http://www.microsoft.com/security/

HELP PROTECT YOUR PC FROM MASS MAILER WORMS LIKE BAGLE AND NETSKY
http://www.microsoft.com/security/in...ass_mailer.asp

SECURITY BULLETIN SEARCH TOOL
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/current.aspx

SECURITY NEWSGROUPS
http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=436862

SECURITY NEWSGROUPS TOP 10 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=436863

PROTECT YOUR PC
http://www.microsoft.com/security/protect/
__________________________________________________

ABOUT THE MICROSOFT SECURITY UPDATE
The Microsoft Security Update is an e-mail alert service designed for home users and small businesses that provides information about Microsoft security updates and virus alerts. Microsoft also uses this service to make subscribers aware that they might need to take action to guard against a circulating security threat.
__________________________________________________

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[gem]

MICROSOFT SECURITY UPDATES ALERT

June 8, 2004

SECURITY UPDATE SUMMARY FOR JUNE 2004
This month's security update addresses newly discovered issues in Microsoft(R) Windows(R) and the Crystal Reports Web viewer from Business Objects.

LEARN MORE
To learn about these updates and which software is affected, review these notices on Microsoft.com:
Windows: http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=607074
Crystal Reports Web viewer: http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=607075


__________________________________________________

VIRUS ALERT
Get information on the Sasser worm, scan your computer for the worm and remove it, and find step-by-step recovery instructions for yourself or a friend.
http://www.microsoft.com/security/incident/sasser.asp

BEWARE OF BOGUS BULLETINS
If you get e-mail that claims to contain a Microsoft software update, it is probably a virus trying to trick you into infecting your computer. Microsoft never widely distributes software in e-mail.
Learn how to spot a bogus bulletin:
http://www.microsoft.com/security/an...icate_mail.asp

__________________________________________________

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

SECURITY WEB SITE
http://www.microsoft.com/security/

HELP PROTECT YOUR PC FROM BAGLE, NETSKY, AND OTHER MASS MAILER WORMS
http://www.microsoft.com/security/in...ss_mailer.mspx

SECURITY BULLETIN SEARCH TOOL
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/current.aspx

SECURITY NEWSGROUPS
http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=436862

PROTECT YOUR PC
http://www.microsoft.com/security/protect/

__________________________________________________

ABOUT THE MICROSOFT SECURITY UPDATE
The Microsoft Security Update is an e-mail alert service designed for home users and small businesses that provides information about Microsoft security updates and virus alerts. Microsoft also uses this service to make subscribers aware that they might need to take action to guard against a circulating security threat.

You have received this update because you are a subscriber. If you would like to unsubscribe, follow the instructions at the bottom of this page.
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THIS DOCUMENT AND OTHER DOCUMENTS PROVIDED PURSUANT TO THIS PROGRAM ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. The information type should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information presented after the date of publication. INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. The user assumes the entire risk as to the accuracy and the use of this document.

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[gem]

MICROSOFT SECURITY UPDATE

July 2, 2004

SECURITY UPDATE SUMMARY
On Friday, July 2, 2004, Microsoft is releasing a configuration change for Microsoft Windows(r) XP, Windows 2000, and Windows Server(tm) 2003 to address recent malicious attacks against Microsoft Internet Explorer.

LEARN MORE
To learn more about this update, review this notice on microsoft.com:
http://www.microsoft.com/downloadject

Windows customers are encouraged to apply this configuration change immediately to help protect against current Internet Explorer issues. The update is available on the Windows Update Web site.
http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com

Customers who have installed Windows XP Service Pack 2 RC2 are not at risk and do not need this configuration change.

__________________________________________________

BEWARE OF BOGUS BULLETINS
If you get e-mail that claims to contain a Microsoft software update, it is probably a virus trying to trick you into infecting your computer. Microsoft never widely distributes software in e- mail. Learn how to spot a bogus bulletin:
http://www.microsoft.com/verifymail

__________________________________________________

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

SECURITY WEB SITE
http://www.microsoft.com/security/

HELP PROTECT YOUR PC FROM BAGLE, NETSKY, AND OTHER MASS MAILER WORMS
http://www.microsoft.com/security/in...ss_mailer.mspx

SECURITY BULLETIN SEARCH TOOL
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/current.aspx

SECURITY NEWSGROUPS
http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=436862

PROTECT YOUR PC
http://www.microsoft.com/security/protect/

__________________________________________________

ABOUT THE MICROSOFT SECURITY UPDATE
The Microsoft Security Update is an e-mail alert service designed for home users and small businesses that provides information about Microsoft security updates and virus alerts. Microsoft also uses this service to make subscribers aware that they might need to take action to guard against a circulating security threat.

You have received this update because you are a subscriber. If you would like to unsubscribe, follow the instructions at the bottom of this page.
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Microsoft.com newsletter e-mail may be copied and distributed under the following conditions:

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[gem]

MICROSOFT SECURITY UPDATE ALERT

July 13, 2004

SECURITY UPDATE SUMMARY FOR JULY 2004
This month's security updates address newly discovered issues in Microsoft(R) Windows(R).

LEARN MORE
To learn about these updates and which software is affected, review this notice on Microsoft.com:
http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=696522

__________________________________________________ _
SECURITY ALERT
Microsoft has released a configuration change for Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Server 2003, Windows Millennium Edition, Windows 98, and Windows 98 Second Edition to address the Download.Ject issue. Microsoft strongly encourages users to apply this configuration change immediately to help protect their computers.
Get more information:
http://www.microsoft.com/downloadject/

BEWARE OF BOGUS BULLETINS
If you get e-mail that claims to contain a Microsoft software update, it is probably a virus trying to trick you into infecting your computer. Microsoft never widely distributes software in e-mail.
Learn how to spot a bogus bulletin:
http://www.microsoft.com/verifymail/

__________________________________________________

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

SECURITY WEB SITE
http://www.microsoft.com/security/

HELP PROTECT YOUR PC FROM MASS MAILER WORMS
http://www.microsoft.com/security/in...ss_mailer.mspx

SECURITY BULLETIN SEARCH TOOL
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/current.aspx

SECURITY NEWSGROUPS
http://go.microsoft.com/?LinkID=436862

PROTECT YOUR PC
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/protect/

__________________________________________________

ABOUT THE MICROSOFT SECURITY UPDATE
The Microsoft Security Update is an e-mail alert service designed for home users and small businesses that provides information about Microsoft security updates and virus alerts. Microsoft also uses this service to make subscribers aware that they might need to take action to guard against a circulating security threat.

You have received this update because you are a subscriber. If you would like to unsubscribe, follow the instructions at the bottom of this page.

Edited

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[silver]

wow - 7 crit updates for win2k pro -

Sil

[gem]

Oh, is that ALL!