MS07-039 for Windows 2000 - Mistake?

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(imported topic written by SystemAdmin)

We’re seeing MS07-039 relevant for all Windows 2000 (workstation) PCs.

Is this a mistake? I thought it’s supposed to be for Windows 2000 server and Windows 2003 server.

MS07-039: Vulnerability in Windows Active Directory Could Allow Remote Code Execution - Windows 2000 SP4

-Paul

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(imported comment written by MY6591)

Hi Paul,

MS bulletin page http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/bulletin/MS07-039.mspx - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Related to This Security Update.

"I do not have any of the Affected Software installed. Why am I being offered the security update?

While the vulnerabilities addressed by this security update only affect Windows 2000 Server and Windows Server 2003 systems that are functioning in a domain controller role, the vulnerable code exists on all supported editions of Windows 2000 and Windows 2003. This update is offered to all systems that contain the vulnerable code."

Hope this helps.