Microsoft announced 12 more security patches

Microsoft plans to release 12 additional security patches on February 13, including a bug fix for anti-spyware programs and new products its other security software.

These additions are part of the company's monthly routine maintenance cycle, which will provide the ability to repair some of the security weaknesses Microsoft has never disclosed.

According to the software giant's plan, it will overcome the shortcomings of popular software such as Windows, Office, Visual Studio, Microsoft Data Access Components (MDAC), and some security products, including includes Windows Live OneCare antivirus software, firewall and PC status monitoring, and Windows Defender antispyware version.

At least 4 patches will be available for "serious" labeled errors according to Microsoft's rating. These typical security issues can allow an attacker to gain full control of an infected computer system without the user taking any mitigation actions at all. Errors appear in Windows, Office, MDAC and Microsoft security tools. The company said that after the computer updated some patches, it would require the system to restart.

In January 2007, Microsoft simultaneously released four security patches for the Office suite. These errors create an advantage for cyberattacks, targeting Word and Excel through a method that entices users to open an attachment to control that computer. However, security firm eEye Security said there are currently 10 disclosures, but security holes in many Microsoft products have not been patched yet.

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