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National Cyber Alert System
Cyber Security Alert SA06-129A
Microsoft Windows Vulnerabilities
Original release date: May 9, 2006
Last revised: --
Source: US-CERT
Systems Affected
Microsoft Windows
Overview
Critical vulnerabilities in Macromedia Flash player may allow an attacker to take control of your computer.
Solution
Apply Update
Microsoft has provided an update to remedy these vulnerabilities. To obtain the update, visit the Microsoft Update web site. US-CERT also recommends enabling Automatic Updates.
Description
Some features of Macromedia products contain critical vulnerabilities. If an attacker can convince you to visit a malicious web site, the attacker may be able to take control of your computer or cause it to crash.