Patch for 17-year old Windows bug causing BSODs

Posted on Friday, February 12 2010 @ 17:36 CET by Thomas De Maesschalck
Microsoft issued a patch for a 17-year old bug earlier this week, but distribution of the fix has already been halted as some users experienced Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) issues after installing the update.
Microsoft claimed the number of users experiencing problems as a result of the path were “limited.” More from the blog post by Jerry Bryant, Senior Security Communications Manager Lead:

“(W)e have not confirmed that the issue is specific to MS10-015 or if it is an interoperability problem with another component or third-party software. Our teams are working to resolve this as quickly as possible. We also stopped offering this update through Windows Update as soon as we discovered the restart issues. However, those using enterprise deployment systems such as SMS or WSUS will still see and be able to deploy these packages.”
More info at ZD Net.


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Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.



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