A security issue has been identified that could allow an attacker to remotely compromise your Windows-based system using Windows Media Player and gain control over it. You can help protect your computer by installing this update from Microsoft. After you install this item, you may have to restart your computer.
Download:
Security Update for Windows Media Player 7.1 for Windows 2000 (KB911565)
Security Update for Windows Media Player 9 (KB911565)
Security Update for Windows Media Player 10 for Windows XP (KB911565)
Security Update for Windows Media Player 8 for Windows XP (KB911565)
Security Update for Windows Media Player 9 for Windows 98 and Windows ME (KB911565)
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