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The forum thread discusses downloading and installing a Microsoft security patch (KB5004945) to address a recent vulnerability, with users confirming successful updates on Windows 10. The original poster inquires about patching Windows 7, but is informed that it is no longer supported and cannot be patched, though some mitigations are suggested. The overall sentiment highlights cautious optimism about the patch's effectiveness, with added concern that the vulnerability may still persist despite updates, leading to questions about safety in delaying printing until proper patches are implemented.
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Fenway16

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Is this the correct download to stop the newest threat? Microsoft urgent appeal to update pc's as noted today.
 

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Neemobeer
If you disable the print spooler yes. This would need to be run from an elevated Powershell prompt.

Work-around to protect yourself from the issue
Code: 
Stop-Service -Name 'Spooler'
Set-Service -Name 'Spooler' -StartupType Disabled


Re-enable the service
Start-Service -Name 'Spooler'
Set-Service -Name 'Spooler' -StartupType Automatic
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If you disable the service, the next time you reboot it will be stopped
 

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Fenway16

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Ok good. I'm done. I hope they come up with a better fix than this anytime soon. Must really be annoying for businesses. First the pandemic and now Microsoft. :culpability:
 

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