Security
Microsoft Security Bulletin MS08-06 :- Microsoft issued this critical update in October 2008 (KB958644). It fixes an exploit in Windows that is helping the fast spread of the "Downadup" / "Conficker" / "Kido" Worm. This should be considered urgent. Download and install from the following links:-
Windows XP SP2/SP3 (633Kb)
Windows Vista/Windows Vista SP1 (416 Kb)
For other Versions of Windows the relevant update can be found here.
Microsoft Security Bulletin MS08-078 :- Microsoft issued this critical update in December 2008 (KB960714). It fixes an exploit in Internet Explorer which can allow viruses and malware to use Internet Explorer to gain access to your PC. There is an update for Internet Explorer 6 in Windows XP, Internet Explorer 7 in Windows XP and Vista. This should be considered urgent. Download and install from the following links:-
Internet Explorer 6 - Windows XP (1.77 Mb)
Internet Explorer 7 - Windows XP (2.43 Mb)
Internet Explorer 7 - Windows Vista 32bit (2.19 Mb)
For other Versions of Windows the relevant update can be found here.
Keep your McAfee Antivirus versions 6 & 7 up-to-date with these two links. Remember regular updating is the only way to keep your PC protected.
McAfee update (119.6 Mb) DAT file update to 5916
AdAware 8.1 (73.2 Mb) Keep an eye on your computer for spyware. This excellent piece of software from www.Lavasoft.de is a must have. This link downloads Ad-Aware 8.1 which is free for personal use only.
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