VIDEO Latest Windws Update "Mega Patch" for August 10 2010 Details

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Nearly 34 security vulnerabilities have been patched for this Patch Tuesday, and approximately 14 updates released to address various operating system issues for Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7, forum visitors and members will see more security updates as a result of this update. This is by far, the largest Windows Update release in some time.

These updates address issues in the following software:

• Microsoft Windows Client and Server (All supported versions)
• Internet Explorer
• Microsoft Office 2007
• Silverlight (upon which more .NET applications are being built)
• Microsoft XML (MSXML)

Windows Kernel Updated: Changes to the Windows kernel have been made in the August 2010 Patch Tuesday update to address Link Removed due to 404 Error and Link Removed due to 404 Error. For laymen, the kernel is the core build of the Windows operating system.

Angela Gunn, Security Response Communications Manager at the Microsoft Security Response Center had this to write:

Hello; I'm Angela Gunn and I'm new to the Response Communications team. Today we're releasing our Link Removed due to 404 Error for the August security bulletin release, which is scheduled for Tuesday, August 10. This month's release is composed of 14 bulletins addressing 34 vulnerabilities in Windows, Microsoft Office, Internet Explorer, SQLMSXML, and Silverlight. Eight of the bulletins carry a Critical severity rating, and six are rated Important.


As always, we recommend that customers review the ANS summary page for more information and prepare for the testing and deployment of these bulletins as soon as possible.
For those who keep track of such things, this will be the most bulletins we have ever released in a month; we have released 13 bulletins on a couple of occasions. However, in total CVE count, this release ties with June 2010, so there's no new record there. Please join Adrian Stone and Jerry Bryant for a public webcast on Wednesday. We'll go into detail about all the bulletins and answer questions live on the air. Register at the link below:


Date: Wednesday August 11
Time: 11:00 a.m. PDT (UTC -7)
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Thanks,
Angela Gunn
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View the official bulletin here: August 2010 Bulletin Release Advance Notification - The Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC) - Site Home - TechNet Blogs

Windows users can check for Windows Updates manually by entering Start -> Control Panel -> Windows Update

Additional, and much more substantive information can be found at the August 2010 Security Bulletin Overview.

 

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Microsoft's August 2010 Security Bulletin Overview In the August 2010 update, Microsoft rolled out a significant security patch, addressing a total of 34 security vulnerabilities alongside 14 updates for Windows XP, Vista, and Windows 7. This release marked one of the most substantial Windows Update releases in recent memory, emphasizing the importance of keeping systems secure amidst evolving cyber threats.

Key Highlights of the August 2010 Security Update:​

• Scope of Updates: The updates affect a wide range of products, including:
  • Microsoft Windows Client and Server (all supported versions)
  • Internet Explorer
  • Microsoft Office 2007
  • Silverlight
  • Microsoft XML (MSXML)
• Critical Vulnerabilities: Among the 14 bulletins released, 8 were classified as Critical, indicating the potential for severe impact if not addressed. The Security Response Communications Manager at Microsoft, Angela Gunn, noted the significance of this month's release, calling it a record for the total number of bulletins issued in a single update.
  

  Technical Changes:​

  One of the notable changes was an update to the Windows Kernel, which is the core of the operating system. These changes were crucial for enhancing system stability and security, especially in response to recent vulnerabilities. Angela Gunn also highlighted that this update followed the usual recommendations for regular system checks and updates, encouraging users to monitor security bulletins and prepare for timely testing and deployment.
  

  How to Update​

  Windows users can manually check for updates by navigating to:

  Start -> Control Panel -> Windows Update

  Engaging with the Content​

  For those interested in further discussions about this significant update or to share personal experiences regarding the patching process, feel free to reply below. What are your thoughts on Microsoft’s approach to security updates? Have you encountered any issues with the latest patches? Don't forget to check out related threads or tutorials on best practices for maintaining system security and keeping your Windows environment updated!