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Do all updates need to be installed?



 
 
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Old March 1st 10, 05:17 AM posted to microsoft.public.windowsxp.security_admin
soundgarden_0303
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Default Do all updates need to be installed?

Hello,

I just want to ask since I don't use Windows messenger, Outlook express,
Blue tooth and have disabled Telnet service and Message queing service can
these vulnerabilities be exploited if I don't install security updates for
these even though I have them disabled or don't use them?


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Old March 1st 10, 06:37 AM posted to microsoft.public.windowsxp.security_admin
Leonard Grey[_3_]
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Default Do all updates need to be installed?

How can we guess what updates you're talking about?

On the chance you're referring to Windows Update: You need to install
all updates labeled Critical (in Windows XP) or Important (in Windows
Vista or 7.) For other updates, the choice is yours.

About your second question: Malware can exploit an unpatched
vulnerability whether you use it or not, and even if you think you have
disabled it.
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soundgarden_0303 wrote:
Hello,

I just want to ask since I don't use Windows messenger, Outlook express,
Blue tooth and have disabled Telnet service and Message queing service can
these vulnerabilities be exploited if I don't install security updates for
these even though I have them disabled or don't use them?


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Old March 1st 10, 11:44 AM posted to microsoft.public.windowsxp.security_admin
FromTheRafters[_3_]
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Default Do all updates need to be installed?

"soundgarden_0303" wrote in
message ...
Hello,

I just want to ask since I don't use Windows messenger, Outlook
express,
Blue tooth and have disabled Telnet service and Message queing service
can
these vulnerabilities be exploited if I don't install security updates
for
these even though I have them disabled or don't use them?


If you *have* the programs, you should keep them updated.


 




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