Microsoft warns of critical Windows flaw : News.com

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The discussion revolves around a critical security flaw in Windows operating systems, as reported by Microsoft. Participants explore the implications of the flaw, the effectiveness of the patch, and the peculiar status of Windows ME in this context.

Discussion Character

  • Debate/contested, Technical explanation, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants note that the flaw could allow an attacker to take control of computers running any version of Windows except for Windows ME.
  • One participant humorously suggests that Windows ME's poor reputation may ironically protect it from hacking attempts.
  • Another participant expresses a negative opinion about Windows ME, claiming it is so problematic that hacking is unnecessary.
  • A later reply questions whether Microsoft actually tested the flaw on older versions like Windows 3.11 when claiming it affects "any version of Windows."

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a mix of humor and skepticism regarding Windows ME's security status, with no consensus on the effectiveness of the patch or the thoroughness of Microsoft's testing.

Contextual Notes

Some participants express uncertainty about the testing methods used by Microsoft and the implications of the security flaw across different Windows versions.

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"The software giant issued a patch Wednesday morning to plug a critical security hole that could allow an attacker to take control of computers running any version of Windows except for Windows ME."

http://news.com.com/2100-1009_3-1026420.html
 
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could allow an attacker to take control of computers running any version of Windows except for Windows ME.

wow, that's the first time its paid off to have the bastard child of microsoft, aka win me, instead of a different version!
 
IMO WinME is soooooo bad there's no need for hackers to take control. It behaves the same...
 
I use WinME...and it S***S...but...no hacking...hohoho...
 
Originally posted by Ivan Seeking
"The software giant issued a patch Wednesday morning to plug a critical security hole that could allow an attacker to take control of computers running any version of Windows except for Windows ME."

http://news.com.com/2100-1009_3-1026420.html
I wonder if they truly took the time to try it on win311 when they say "any version of Windows...".
 

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