In it’s May update, Microsoft addressed 51 vulnerabilities in Windows, Microsoft Office, and Visual Studio. And with three zero-day flaws to urgently address in Windows (CVE-2023-24932, CVE-2023-29325 and CVE-2023-29336), the focus this month needs to be on rapidly updating both Windows and Microsoft Office. Both platforms get our “Patch Now” recommendation.
Testing for this patch cycle must include validating Windows secure boot, remote desktop and VPN transfers, and ensuring that Microsoft Outlook handles document (RTF and DOC) files correctly. The team at Application Readiness has crafted this helpful infographic to outline the risks associated with each of the updates for this cycle.
