Microsoft has released updates that address vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows, Office, Jet Database Engine, Windows Live OneCare, Antigen, Windows Defender, and Forefront Security.
Microsoft has released updates to address vulnerabilities that affect Microsoft Windows, Office, Jet Database Engine, Windows Live OneCare, Antigen, Windows Defender, and Forefront Security as part of the Microsoft Security Bulletin Summary for May 2008. The most severe vulnerabilities could allow a remote, unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code. For more information, see the US-CERT Vulnerability Notes Database.
A remote, unauthenticated attacker could execute arbitrary code, gain elevated privileges, or cause a denial of service.
Microsoft has provided updates for these vulnerabilities in the May 2008 Security Bulletin Summary. The security bulletin describes any known issues related to the updates. Administrators are encouraged to note these issues and test for any potentially adverse effects. Administrators should consider using an automated update distribution system such as Windows Server Update Services (WSUS).
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May 13, 2008: Initial release