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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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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. --- Leonard Grey Errare humanum est 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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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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