3/9/2004 Microsoft Outlook Vulnerability

Microsoft announced the existence of an Outlook security flaw that could allow an attacker to run a pice of malicious code from a users computer clicking on a "mailto:" link.

Action I.T. Consulting recommends that all users running the affected versions of Windows to download and install the appropriate patch immediately.

Instructions:

To download & install the patch automatically:
1. Back up your system.
2. Close all programs.
3. Open your browser and go to the following site: www.windowsupdate.com
4. Follow the instructions on that page closely.
Keep in mind that if you haven't installed any Microsoft updates in the past, you may be required to install any previously released patches before installing this patch.

To download the patch for later installation:
1. Point your browser to: http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/bulletin/MS04-009.mspx
2. Under the "Affected Software" section, choose the patch that applies to the version of Outlook you are using.
3. Back up your system.
4. Double click on the file you selected to download in step two.
Keep in mind that if you haven't installed any Microsoft updates in the past, you may be promted to install any previously released patches before installing this patch.

If you are unsure as to which patch to download, or would like to have someone install it for you, call us at (760) 434-6663 or email at support@actionitc.com.