This update resolves the "SQL Server Text Formatting Functions Contain Unchecked Buffers" security vulnerability in Windows XP, and is discussed in Microsoft Security Bulletin MS01-060. Download now to prevent a malicious user from running code of his or her choice on your server or from launching a Denial of Service attack on your server.

This update addresses two vulnerabilities. The first vulnerability results from a flaw in SQL Server itself. The second vulnerability results from a flaw in the C runtime in Windows® 4.0, Windows 2000, and Windows XP that is exposed primarily through SQL Server.

For additional information about these issues, read Microsoft Security Bulletin MS01-060. (This site is in English.)

1. Click Start, and then click Control Panel.
2. Click Add or Remove Programs.
3. Select Windows XP Hotfix (SP1) [See Q305601 for more information], and then click Change/Remove.