Windows 10 users should update immediately

These two updates are rolled out to address security flaws found inside Intel processors in 2018, namely Specter and Meltdown.

The Specter vulnerability affects millions of devices running Windows, macOS, Chromebooks, Android, and even iPhones and iPads. Updating the system through patches from Microsoft, Google or Apple . only partially limits the risk of attack, because the vulnerability can still be exploited if you have not updated the BIOS or browser. have a Specter vulnerability.

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Updates Microsoft released this week are for the following operating system versions:

- KB4558130 : Windows 10 version 2004 and Windows Server version 2004.

- KB4497165 : Windows 10 versions in 1903 and 1909, Windows Server 1903 and 1909 versions.

Microsoft says Intel has completed software validation and released new code behavior for the current CPU platform to address these threats.

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Microsoft is currently planning to release the update via Windows Update, but only for specific (undisclosed) CPU models.

If you don't see the patch in Windows Update, simply download it from Microsoft's website or directly follow the link below, then install it manually.

- KB4558130 for Windows 10 version 2004

- KB4497165 for Windows 10 versions 1903 and 1909

Note, to avoid problems after installation, users should check if the CPU is being used with vulnerabilities, by downloading the Ashampoo Specter Meltdown CPU Checker tool at here.

If the message Your processor is vulnerable, it means that your CPU is affected and vice versa.

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