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Microsoft fixes vulnerability in Age of Empires II game invite handling

Source headline: Microsoft patches bug in video game Age of Empires II

Threat level High
Signal strength 70/100
Source confidence 1 source
Published 5 hours ago

Intelligence Summary

Microsoft has released a patch for a vulnerability in the decades-old Age of Empires II game. The issue could be triggered through a crafted game invite. Successful exploitation may allow an attacker to take control of an affected computer. Users who play the game are advised to apply the update promptly. Delayed patching increases exposure to attempts targeting invite processing.

Recommended Action

Review affected assets, schedule urgent remediation, and monitor related indicators.

Topics

#microsoft #windows #vulnerability #patch #age-of-empires-ii #game-invite
Original reporting TechCrunch Microsoft patches bug in video game Age of Empires II
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