Microsoft Security Bulletin Release for January 2013

Microsoft released seven (7) bulletins addressing 17 vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows, Office, Developer Tools and Windows Server.

Two bulletins are identified as Critical and five as Important.  

Bulletin Number	Bulletin Title	Bulletin KB
MS13-001	Vulnerability in Microsoft Windows	2769369
MS13-002	Vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows	2756145
MS13-003	Vulnerabilities in System Center	2748552
MS13-004	Vulnerabilities in .NET Framework	2769324*
MS13-005	Vulnerability in Microsoft Windows	2778930
MS13-006	Vulnerability in Microsoft Windows	2785220
MS13-007	Vulnerability in Microsoft Windows	2769327

*If you have problems with .NET Framework updates, it is recommended that you install this update separately with an shutdown/restart.

Support

The following additional information is provided in the Security Bulletin:

• The affected software listed have been tested to determine which versions are affected. Other versions are past their support life cycle. To determine the support life cycle for your software version, visit Microsoft Support Lifecycle.
• Security solutions for IT professionals: TechNet Security Troubleshooting and Support
• Help protect your computer that is running Windows from viruses and malware: Virus Solution and Security Center
• Local support according to your country: International Support

References

• MSRC: Predictions and the January 2013 Bulletin Release
• TechNet: Microsoft Security Bulletin Summary for January 2013
• Security and Safety Center:  Microsoft security updates for January 2013 

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