Microsoft Security updates summary for January 2006

The update for the WMF (Windows Meta File) vulnerability is included in this month's security update release. Two additional updates have been released this month that affect Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office.

To update your home computer, follow the steps under Actions to Take Now on this page.

Note IT professionals and systems administrators should go to Microsoft TechNet.

	Install the updates Visit the Microsoft Update Web site to scan your computer for the needed updates. Note If you have Outlook 2002, go to Office Update to get the security update for Office.
	Use the Windows Automatic Updates feature Get high-priority security updates delivered automatically to your PC. See how to use Automatic Updates: Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Me.
	Protect your PC By taking a few basic steps, you can help protect your computer and its contents.

http://www.microsoft.com/security/