RE: Zotob worm patch?
- From: "Carey Frisch [MVP]" <mrxp2004@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2005 14:12:02 -0700
Zotob: An Avoidable Worm And The Negligence Factor
http://www.securitypipeline.com/169400254?_loopback=1
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Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
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"t.cruise" wrote:
> I know that many in this group support downloading Windows XP updates. Personally, I
> download and install ONLY what is absolutely necessary, which for me has avoided problems
> with smooth running systems. There has been much media attention the past couple of days
> about the Zotob worm, I.E., PnP and compromised Windows security. I know that there is a
> patch available for download at the Microsoft web site
> WindowsXP-KB899588-x86-ENU.exe
>
> But, there has been mass media hysteria in the past about viruses and worms, none of which
> have made their way to any of my systems with broadband internet connections, without my
> having to download and install the plethora of security patches at the Windows Update. My
> question is, if I have a decent firewall am I already protected, or do I really need to
> install this patch?
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> T.C.
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