Microsoft is urging users of the Internet Explorer to update their browser after finding a major flaw.
The browser’s memory corruption vulnerability lets attackers remotely execute code as if they were the computer’s user, essentially giving them control of the computer, Microsoft wrote in a Wednesday security notice.
An attacker could set up a fake website designed to exploit the flaw and entice you to visit by emailing a link. The vulnerability is tied to how Microsoft’s scripting engine handles objects in Internet Explorer’s memory, a process the update modifies.
For more information on this update, click here: https://www.trustedreviews.com/news/internet-explorer-patch-3639008
What Should You Do?
Update Now! Microsoft is urging users to install the patch via Windows Update. Those with automatic updates enabled will receive the patch and will be protected automatically. The vulnerability officially affects Internet Explorer 9, 10 and 11 on Windows 7, 8.1, 10 and supported server versions. If you’re running older versions of IE, or older versions of Windows, an update is recommended.
If you are a BMT Managed Services client, we will be making necessary updates by installing these patches for you. If you are not, please contact us to learn what you can do to ensure your systems are secure.
