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Windows XP 64-Bit Edition Security Patch: Unchecked Buffer in DirectX Could Enable System Compromise

Brief Description
An identified security issue in Microsoft® DirectX® could allow an attacker to run programs on a computer running Microsoft® Windows® XP 64-Bit Edition.

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Quick Details
File Name:Q819696_WXP_SP2_ia64_ENU.exe
Version:819696
Date Published:7/23/2003
Language:English
Download Size:3.4 MB
Estimated Download Time: 9 min 56K

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Overview

An identified security issue in Microsoft® DirectX® could allow an attacker to run programs on a computer running Microsoft® Windows® XP 64-Bit Edition. The attacker would first have to send you an e-mail message or entice you into visiting a malicious Web site. You can help protect your computer by installing this update from Microsoft.

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System Requirements

  • Supported Operating Systems: Windows XP 64-bit

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Instructions

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What Others Are Downloading

Others who downloaded Windows XP 64-Bit Edition Security Patch: Unchecked Buffer in DirectX Could Enable System Compromise also downloaded:
  1. Update for Windows XP x64 Edition (KB901105)
  2. Service Pack 2 for Windows XP Professional, x64 Edition
  3. Security Update for Windows XP 64 Bit Edition (KB840374)

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