As a reminder.
Quote:
"This is a common scam," a Microsoft representative said Thursday. "It's important to remind customers that Microsoft will never attach software updates to security e-mail notifications."
She pointed out that most Microsoft software updates are provided through Microsoft Windows Update, Microsoft Office Update, or the Microsoft Download Center, adding that, as a best practice, "users should always exercise extreme caution when opening unsolicited attachments from both known and unknown sources."
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So, just to summarize. Microsoft do NOT send attachments on email security updates (think about it logically, why would they put their SMTP servers under the huge extra strain when they have WindowsUpdate which is perfectly capable of distributing updates).
Also, Check Windows Update (& Office Update if you use office) regularly, paying attention to any downloads marked "critical". Or, just configure Automatic Updates.
Finally, be cautious when downloading email attachments. Only download them from people you know, and then make sure you scan them with an up to date virus checker.