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Windows Update  

Security Update, January 17, 2000

Posted 17 Jan 00
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Installing this update will eliminate the "Malformed RTF Control Word" security vulnerability. This vulnerability resides in the Rich Text Format (RTF) reader that ships as part of Microsoft® Windows 98 and Windows 98 Second Edition. Under certain conditions, the vulnerability could be used to cause e-mail programs to crash.

For more information on this vulnerability, please visit Microsoft Security Bulletin MS00-005.

This update applies to all versions of Windows 98, including Windows 98 Second Edition.


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
Please restart your computer to complete installation.


How to uninstall
Uninstall is not available for this component.