Microsoft Download Center Archive

Security Update for Windows Media Player 8 for Windows XP (KB911565)

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

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.

  • 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.
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Status: Deleted

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FileSHA1 HashSize
WindowsMedia8-KB911565-x86-ENU.exe92a9efd27a0bffd1691fb3dd84e8ad2925533332939 KB

System Requirements

Operating Systems: Windows XP Service Pack 1


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