Security Bulletins for April 2007
Microsoft has issued a critical security bulletin: MS07-017. This security patch was issued early to respond to a recently discovered GDI vulnerability in Microsoft Windows. The vulnerability enables a serious exploit and the early release of the security patch is an indication of how important the problem is.
The vulnerability could be exploited to gain complete control of an affected computer. This security vulnerability is also discussed in the Microsoft Security Advisory (925902).
Users are advised to patch their systems against these vulnerabilities immediately. Patches can be downloaded via links posted within the appropriate Security Bulletins or by visiting Microsoft Update.
Microsoft Security Updates Summary for April
Technical Summary of February Security Bulletins
Security Bulletins for April 2007 Severity
Critical:
Microsoft is planning to release a security bulletin rated critical. This security patch will be released ahead of schedule due to an urgent need to prevent exploitation of the recently discovered serious vulnerability in Microsoft Windows. This is an unusual step and is an indication of the significance of the issue.
Users are advised to patch their systems against these vulnerabilities immediately. Patches can be downloaded via links posted within the appropriate Security Bulletins or by visiting Microsoft Update.