July 3, 2008 12:23 PM PDT

Four security bulletins expected on Patch Tuesday

by Robert Vamosi
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On Thursday, Microsoft announced four security bulletins for Patch Tuesday next week. The pre-announcement is intended as a heads up for IT departments before Patch Tuesday. All four are considered important, the second-most serious ranking by the software giant.

Among the important patches, two affect vulnerabilities within Windows, with one potentially causing remote code execution, while the other involves spoofing. Another bulletin affects Windows and Microsoft SQ Server and involves privilege elevation. The final bulletin affects Microsoft Exchange Server and also involves privilege elevation

As CNET's resident security expert, Robert Vamosi has been interviewed on the BBC, CNN, MSNBC, and other outlets to share his knowledge about the latest online threats and to offer advice on personal and corporate security. Listen to his podcast at securitybites.cnet.com or e-mail Robert with your questions and comments.
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