Microsoft has released 5 new security-focused updates for NT-Based operating systems, including Windows 2000 and Windows XP. All updates are labeled as "Important", and should be applied as soon as possible.Users of Windows XP SP2 need to apply these updates

Microsoft Security Bulletin MS04-041
Vulnerability in WordPad Could Allow Code Execution (KB885836)

Microsoft Security Bulletin MS04-042
Vulnerability in DHCP Could Allow Remote Code Execution and Denial of Service (KB885249)

Microsoft Security Bulletin MS04-043
Vulnerability in HyperTerminal Could Allow Code Execution (KB873339)

Microsoft Security Bulletin MS04-044
Vulnerabilities in Windows Kernel and LSASS Could Allow Elevation of Privilege (KB885835)

Microsoft Security Bulletin MS04-045
Vulnerability in WINS Could Allow Remote Code Execution (KB870763)

Microsoft Windows Update