Security Vulnerabilities and Incidents: What You Can Do

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•	MSRC Overview
•	Monitoring and Managing Vulnerabilities
•	Security Update Release Cycle
•	Responding to Incidents
•	Case Study: Sasser
•	What You Can Do

The Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC) is committed to limiting the effects of potential security issues. Every computer user can help in this effort by following safe computing practices, staying informed about the latest issues, and keeping software up to date.

What You Can Do to Help Manage Security Vulnerabilities

•	Report suspected security vulnerabilities.
•	Sign up to receive notifications about security updates (You can set your preferences to receive these alerts by e-mail, MSN Messenger, or Windows Messenger, or on a mobile device such as your mobile phone or PDA.)
•	Use RSS feeds for security bulletins.
•	Receive advance notification about upcoming bulletin releases.
•	Download and deploy security updates from Microsoft Windows Update, the Microsoft Download Center, and Microsoft Office Downloads.
•	Sign up for Security Bulletin Webcasts.
•	Review Microsoft Security Advisories.
•	Search security bulletins.
•	Protect Your PC.

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What to Do When a Security Incident Occurs

•	Visit the Microsoft Security Web site for the latest information on a security incident.
•	Read the MSRC Blog for up-to-date information.
•	Keep current with security updates from Microsoft Windows Update and the Microsoft Download Center.
•	Protect Your PC.
•	Run the Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool.

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