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Security Update: Microsoft Released Their July 2013 Updates to Address 6 Critical and 1 Important Vulnerabilities

Status Type

Security Update

Date and Time

Tuesday, July 9, 2013 - 10:43

Reason

Security Update

Impact

Various Microsoft Software Users

WHAT HAPPENED?
 
Microsoft released their July 2013 updates to address 6 Critical and 1 Important vulnerabilities in Microsoft Software.
 
Advanced Users: For a complete description of the security enhancements and affected software refer to Microsoft Security Bulletin Summary for July 2013.
 
 
AFFECTED SYSTEMS:

  • Microsoft Windows
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft .NET Framework
  • Microsoft Silverlight
  • Microsoft Visual Studio
  • Microsoft Lync
  • Internet Explorer
  • Microsoft Security Software

 
 
WHAT'S THE PROBLEM?
 
If any of the vulnerabilities are exploited, this could allow an attacker to take control of your computer.
 
 
HOW DO I PROTECT MY COMPUTER?
 
Update your software
 
1.   If you have a computer support coordinator (CSC), no action on your part is required.
 
2.   If you do not have a CSC or they do not support your computer, refer to Microsoft Security Bulletin Summary for July 2013 on how to obtain the latest updates for your specific software.
 
 
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