wmf file name extension, can this protect me against attempts to exploit this vulnerability?
No. The Graphics Rendering Engine does not determine file types by the file name extensions that they use. Therefore, if an attacker alters the file name extension of a WMF file, the Graphics Rendering Engine could still render the file in a way that could exploit the vulnerability. Are Windows 2000, Windows XP or Windows Server 2003 affected by this vulnerability? No. Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Server 2003 do not contain the affected component. Could the vulnerability be exploited over the Internet? An attacker could try to exploit this vulnerability over the Internet. Firewall best practices and standard default firewall configurations can help protect against attacks that originate from the Internet. Microsoft has provided information about how you can help protect your PC. End users can visit the Protect Your PC Web site. IT professionals can visit the Security Guidance Center Web site. What does the update do? The update removes the vulnerability by modifying the way th
