Resolved: MS17-010 Exploitation Issues Fixed with KB4048960 Update

KB4048960 Summary: Fixes for MS17-010 Vulnerability Exploitation Error

KB4048960 includes updates for Windows operating systems, enhancing system performance, security features, and bug fixes. This cumulative update is designed to address issues that may affect the stability of the system and improve compatibility with third-party software applications. It also includes various minor improvements and optimizations tailored for specific versions of Windows such as Windows Server 2016 and Windows 10 version 1511.

KB4048960 Description: Update Addresses Security Flaws in MS17-010 Patching Environment Errors

KB4048960 resolves several issues related to Windows Update, network connectivity, storage management, and application compatibility. This update addresses vulnerabilities that could be exploited by attackers to gain unauthorized access or perform denial-of-service attacks on the system. It includes security updates for Internet Explorer and Edge browsers, ensuring better protection against malicious websites and software downloads. Additionally, this cumulative update fixes issues with system stability, performance degradation during high network activity, and errors in file storage and management operations.

Howto install KB4048960

To install KB4048960 manually, follow these steps:

  1. Download the Windows Update Standalone Package from Microsoft’s official website.
  2. Navigate to C:\Downloads or the directory where you saved the downloaded package.
  3. Locate and run the executable file for KB4048960. This will start the installation process.
  4. Follow any on-screen instructions provided during the installation process, such as agreeing to license terms and specifying installation preferences.
  5. Wait for the installation to complete. The duration may vary based on system specifications and network conditions.
  6. Reboot your computer when prompted by Windows Update or if the installation wizard does not automatically restart the device.

To install KB4048960 via a Group Policy Object (GPO) for enterprise-level deployment:

  1. Open the Local Group Policy Editor on a domain controller or local machine.
  2. Navigate to User Configuration > Policies > Administrative Templates.
  3. Browse to and select Windows Components\Windows Update.
  4. Edit the policy setting for automatic updates by double-clicking on it and selecting Enabled, then choose whether you want to allow or block specific updates.
  5. Create a GPO in Active Directory that enforces this setting across all target machines.

To install KB4048960 via Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) for IT administrators managing large-scale deployments:

  1. Log into the WSUS console with an account having necessary permissions.
  2. Select All updates, then search and find KB4048960 in the list of available updates.
  3. Right-click on KB4048960, select Include in classification.
  4. Select target computers or groups from your Active Directory for which you wish to deploy this update.

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