It’s the last Patch Tuesday of the year! Microsoft released patches for 24 vulnerabilities yesterday along with 11 security bulletins. For the Patch Tuesday bulletin click here.
Critical Bulletins include:
Bulletin MS13-097 which is regarding Internet Explorer. This fix prevents users being exploited by maliciously crafted web pages.
Bulletin MS13-098 is to assist with attackers being allowed to add their own malware to software being installed on a computer over a network.
Bulletin MS13-099 is about vulnerability in the Windows Script functionality that allows remote attackers access though a website that hosts special content.
Bulletin MS-105 is to take care of problems with Outlook Web Access that could allow an attacker to gain access to Microsoft Exchange.
Adobe Patches
Adobe also release a patch for Flash and Shockwave Player
An attacker could try to get you to run malicious Flash or Shockwave content from a website or from content embedded within some documents. To install these updates go to for Shockwave click here and for Adobe Flash update click here.
Remember
Windows XP machines will no longer be supported by Microsoft as of April, 2014. Microsoft will stop issuing security patches or fixes for known issues leaving your computer and/or network at risk. Be proactive and replace your XP machines prior to April, 2014.
Summary:
The latest patches from Microsoft illustrate the need for companies to initiate automated patching as well as move from older versions of Microsoft Software that pose security risks.
Keeping your computer up to date is critical for your systems security. Keep in mind that if have our GT Proactive Care all patches and updates would be done automatically for you. If you have any questions regarding the latest round of updates or GT Proactive Care, please call us. (516) 762-0155.
