Major threats this month:
Microsoft patches critical flaws
Microsoft patches critical flaws in Windows, IE, Office. Attackers could exploit any of the flaws to take over unpatched machines, and exploit code is already circulating.
Things to Avoid This Month
Where to get the Latest Patches:
When you update your Windows computer, you must get the Windows updates and check for any Microsoft Office updates. It is important to note that not only are the critical patches required; you might have to update the others as well.Remember: Hackers already know how to utilize these holes within your programs to get into the computer. See the link below for examples on how to patch your computer.
Patch Sites:
- Windows Update: http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com
- Office Update: http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/officeupdate/default.aspx
- Several Patch Sites for various applications and Windows Updates:
http://www.softwarepatch.com - And two others that may be accessed only by people using .mil addresses:
https://patches.mont.disa.mil/index.jsp
https://ceds.ssg.gunter.af.mil/enosc/index.asp
