Microsoft released it second Patch Tuesday of 2023 yesterday and it fixes a range of security and functionality issues across the range of Microsoft products, including fixing three zero-day flaws that are being actively exploited.
Here is the Microsoft release notes page:
February 2023 Security Updates – Release Notes – Security Update Guide – Microsoft
And here is a more digestible round-up of the patches by Lawrence Abrams from Bleeping Computer:
Microsoft February 2023 Patch Tuesday fixes 3 exploited zero-days, 77 flaws (bleepingcomputer.com)
I know that running these patches and updates can take a while – so go and make a drink and stretch your legs whilst you wait. Here is the reason why you need to patch your software:
My advice: Either you or your IT support need to check whether these issues impact your systems. You need to have a master document that details your systems, hardware, software, online, networks, back-ups, suppliers etc – so when cyber security (or operational) issues arise you and your support teams can quickly check if you are affected. From there you can take fast, effective action.
Clive Catton MSc (Cyber Security) – by-line and other articles
