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Windows Update  

Security Update 2, November 29, 1999

Posted 29 Nov 99
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Read Me First

This update eliminates the "Legacy Credential Caching" vulnerability in Microsoft Windows® 98. Installing this update will help prevent a malicious user from acquiring your network password.

Note: This vulnerability does not exist in Windows 98 Second Edition.

For more information on this vulnerability, please visit Microsoft Security Bulletin MS99-052.


How to download and install
NOTE: Please save your work and close all open applications before installing.

  1. Click the Next button at the top or bottom of the page.
  2. Follow the instructions on your screen.

How to use
You don't need to do anything after installing this update.


How to uninstall
NOTE: Please save all your work and close all applications before attempting to uninstall this component. You will need to have your original Windows 98 CD available to uninstall this component.

  1. Click Start, point to Find, and click Files or Folders.
  2. Search for 168115UN.INF
  3. Once this file is displayed, right-click on the file and choose Install.

Security Update 2, November 29, 1999

Posted 29 Nov 99
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