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September Patch Tuesday fixes HTTP-based intranet servers
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Updated onSeptember 30, 2020
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With the release of this month’s much-expectedPatch Tuesday updates, a plethora of new fixes, enhancements, and security improvements have come to all versions of the Windows OS.
Of course, some updates stand out more than others, either because they bring a few extra features, or because applying them may subject you to some unforeseen issues.
However, the SeptemberPatch Tuesdayupdates all bring one major fix that concern the use of HTTP-based intranetservers.
A major networking vulnerability has been addressed
According to the officialMicrosoft Changelogs, one particular change has been brought to al major versions ofWindows 10, ranging fromWindows 10v1507 all the way toWindows 10v2004.
This fix reads as follows:
Apparently, starting from an undisclosed time period, aclientthat didn’t have their proxies configured could still be used to access theserversand perform scans.
Thankfully enough, Microsoft came and added some explanations on how to configure your proxies to now be compatible with the latest changes.
Additionally, they went on and added that not everyone was targeted by this update, such as those using the Transport Layer Security (TLS) or Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) protocols for added protection.
That pretty much wraps it up with this major fix. If you need a summary of the September Patch Tuesday, we have writtenthis articlefor you where we included all of the most important changelogs, along with direct download links so that you can get the updates right away.
Speaking of which, always remember that these monthly updates arehere for a reason, as they are the result of months-long investigations and troubleshooting, so applying the patches as soon as possible is extremely important.
For more information on how to make sure that the update process goes smoothly, check out thislist of stepsthat need to be followed, and you’ll be all find.
What’s your take on this change made during the SeptemberPatch TuesdayUpdates of 2020?
Let us know whether or not you will be applying the cumulative updates immediately or not by leaving us a message in the comments section below.
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