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64-bit Blaster worm virus patch

Here is the file to update Windows XP (64 bit version) to protect the system from the Blaster Worm Virus.

Filename: WindowsXP-KB823980-ia64-ENU

Date: July 16, 2003

Version: 823980

 

NOTE: Majority of people have the 32 bit version of Windows XP.

 

Click on the hyperlink for instructions for that step or on for a picture of that step.

 

To find out if you have the 32 bit or the 64 bit follow these steps

  1. Click Start

  2. Click on Run

  3. Type in Winver

  4. Click on OK

  5. If you see 64-Bit Edition than you have the 64-Bit version

  6. The 32-Bit version will not show 32-Bit on it. If you need the 32-Bit version click here.

Overview

A security issue has been identified that could allow an attacker to remotely compromise a computer running Microsoft Windows and gain complete control over it. You cna help protect your computer by installing this update from Microsoft. After you install this item, you may have to restart your computer.

If you have to reinstall your operating system, it would be a good idea to install this update before attaching the system to the internet or network.

This is only one of numerous updates that needs to be installed on the system, if they are not already installed. You should do a Windows Update of your system to make sure you have all the updates installed on your system.

Disclaimer: The software is provided "AS IS" without any warranty, either expressed or implied. The author will not be liable for any special, incidental, consequential or indirect damages due to loss of data or any other reason.