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Security Alert Windows Metafile Exploit

Update: Microsoft has now released a patch to fix this security hole. You should run windows update and download the patch.

If you run Windows XP or 2000, you need to install this file right now without fail:

Windows Metafile Hotfix

There is a huge security hole in windows that allows image files to carry any type of malicious code including spyware, malware, viruses, keystroke loggers, and more. If you install the file above, you will render your computer invulnerable to these attacks.

More details on Security Now! and F-Secure.

To my Mom: I’ve already installed this file on your computer, so you don’t need to worry about this.

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