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Microsoft Issues Two Emergency Warnings To Update Windows

MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Microsoft is issuing two emergency warnings to update Windows now or face security risks.

The updates address problems with Internet Explorer and Windows Defender, which is an anti-virus software.

The bug makes it possible for a remote attacker to take over a computer and prevent legitimate users from utilizing the software.

Users must install the security update for Internet Explorer manually but the update for Windows Defender will be installed automatically.

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