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Security Update for Windows XP 64-Bit Edition (KB823980)

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  • Version: 1
  • Category: Security Patch
  • Language: English

THE MAJORITY OF WINDOWS XP USERS RUN THE 32-BIT EDITION, NOT THE 64-BIT EDITION. To ensure that you are downloading the correct patch, check your system using the simple instructions in the overview section of this page.

Are you sure you're running Windows XP 64-Bit Edition?

The majority of Windows XP users run the 32-Bit Edition. To find out which operating system your computer is running, first click Start, and then click Run. In the box that appears, type winver, and then click OK. The window that appears will show you which version of Windows your computer is using. If you see 64-Bit Edition in the product name along with Windows XP, this download is for you. If not, get the Blaster Worm: Critical Security Patch for Windows XP.


About this download: A security issue has been identified that could allow an attacker to remotely compromise a computer running Microsoft® Windows® and gain complete 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.

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System Requirements

Operating Systems: Windows XP 64-bit

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