Microsoft issues emergency fix for Windows weakness

Microsoft has released an emergency fix for a critical problem in its Windows operating system that could let hackers take control of computers over the internet.

Microsoft issues emergency fix for Windows weakness

Microsoft has released an emergency fix for a critical problem in its Windows operating system that could let hackers take control of computers over the internet.

The flaw in the Windows operating system allows people to booby-trap shortcut icons with malicious software.

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