Windows XP SP2 Firewall Issues
Windows XP SP2 Firewall Issues
Windows XP SP2 Firewall blocks offers of Remote Assistance
(555179) - When you use the Windows XP, Help and Support, Offer Remote Assistance feature to offer assistance to a novice using a computer running Windows XP Service Pack 2, the Remote Assistance connection can not be created.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;555179
Programs that are known to experience a loss of functionality when they run on a Windows XP Service Pack 2-based computer
(884130) - Discusses how some programs may not function as they did before you installed Windows XP SP2. Lists known programs that may function differently after the installation.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;884130
Service redirection does not apply to Internet Connection Firewall
(297942) - In Windows XP, the Internet Connection Firewall (ICF) (called Windows Firewall (WF) in Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2)) and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) features share a common interface for configuring services to which Internet users can...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;297942
How to configure Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2) for use with SQL Server
(841249) - Contains links to articles that you can use to help you configure Windows Firewall to permit access for SQL Server, Analysis Services, and MSDE.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;841249
How to turn on or turn off the Internet firewall in Windows XP
(283673) - Explains how to turn on or turn off the Internet firewall feature in Windows XP.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;283673
Description of a Personal Firewall
(321050) - This article describes a personal firewall that is intended for home or small business use. This article also lists some of the different types of firewalls, and some issues that you may experience when you use a firewall. Description of a...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;321050
How to enable MSDTC communications with Commerce Server 2002 Developer Edition in Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2)
(883960) - Describes how to enable Microsoft Distributed Transaction Coordinator (MSDTC) communications with Commerce Server 2002 Developer Edition after you install Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2).
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;883960
How to enable SQL Server 2000 Analysis Services and OLAP Services on computers that are running Windows XP SP2
(841256) - Describes how to enable SQL Server 2000 Analysis Services and OLAP Services as exceptions on computers that are running Windows XP SP2.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;841256
How to use a script to programmatically open ports for SQL Server to use on systems that are running Windows XP Service Pack 2
(839980) - This article contains two scripts that programmatically configure Windows Firewall to allow SQL Server to listen on the network on all ports or to listen only on TCP/IP.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;839980
How to turn on remote debugging in Windows XP with Service Pack 2
(833977) - Microsoft now provides a tool that will do most of the required firewall configuration for you. 841177Description of the DebuggerFirewall utility that makes the Visual Studio Remote Debugger work through the Windows XP Service Pack 2 firewall For...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;833977
BUG: The changes in a remote subscriber are not updated to the publisher for a queued updating replication that uses Message Queuing on a computer that is running Windows XP Service Pack 2
(839278) - After installing Windows XP SP2, the changes that are made in a remote subscriber are not updated to the publisher if Message Queuing is used for the queued updating publication. This article discusses a workaround that resolves this problem.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;839278
You cannot make phone calls or start voice or video conversations with Windows Messenger
(324214) - Resolves an issue with Windows Messenger that cannot make phone calls or start voice or video conversations under certain configurations.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;324214
Messenger Service window that contains an Internet advertisement appears
(330904) - Describes a problem with Internet advertisements that appear in your Messenger Service window. Provides troubleshooting steps.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;330904
Computer viruses: description, prevention, and recovery
(129972) - Discusses the different types of viruses and how to deal with them.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;129972
You may receive a 7391 error message in SQL Server 2000 when you run a distributed transaction against a linked server after you install Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2
(839279) - After you install Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2, you may receive error 7391 when a distributed transaction runs against a linked server. This article discusses how to work around this problem.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;839279
IPSec Default Exemptions Can Be Used to Bypass IPsec Protection in Some Scenarios
(811832) - The Internet Protocol Security (IPsec) feature in Windows 2000, Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 was not designed as a full-featured host-based firewall. It was designed to provide basic permit and block filtering by using address, protocol and...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;811832
How to enable SQL Server connectivity on Windows XP Service Pack 2
(841251) - This article describes how to enable SQL Server connectivity on Windows XP Service Pack 2.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;841251
A tool is available to remove the Sasser worm variants
(841720) - Provides information about how to download and use the Microsoft Sasser Worm Removal Tool and provides answers to frequently asked questions.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;841720
ICF in Windows XP SP1 and Windows Server 2003 blocks unsolicited inbound unicast, multicast, and broadcast traffic
(329928) - Describes how the ICF in Windows XP SP1 and Windows Server 2003 examines and blocks unsolicited inbound unicast, multicast, and broadcast traffic. Provides links to more information about the ICF.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;329928
How to configure a computer to receive Remote Assistance offers in Windows XP and Windows 2003
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;301527
Frequently asked questions about the automated portion of the Microsoft Protect Your PC Web site
(828931) - This article contains a list of answers to frequently asked questions (FAQ) about the automated portion of the Microsoft Protect Your PC Web site. back to the top Q1: What is the Protect Your PC Web site? A1 : The Protect Your PC Web site is a...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;828931
You may not be able to connect to an instance of SQL Server that is configured to use the Named Pipes server network library on a computer that is running Windows XP Service Pack 2
(839269) - You may not be able to connect to an instance of SQL Server that is configured to use the Named Pipes server network library on a computer that is running Windows XP Service Pack 2. This article discusses a workaround for this problem.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;839269
How to manually enable TCP/IP on Windows XP Service Pack 2 for SQL Server 2000
(841252) - Warning If you use Registry Editor incorrectly, you may cause serious problems that may require you to reinstall your operating system. Microsoft cannot guarantee that you can solve problems that result from using Registry Editor incorrectly. Use...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;841252
How to configure a connection to the Internet in Windows XP Professional
(305549) - Describes how to use the Network Connections tool to configure Internet connections in Windows XP Professional.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;305549
L2TP/IPSec NAT-T update for Windows XP and Windows 2000
(818043) - Microsoft has released an update package to enhance the current functionality of the Layer Two Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) and Internet Protocol security (IPSec) on computers that are running Microsoft Windows 2000. Microsoft Windows XP-based...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;818043
MS03-039: A buffer overrun in RPCSS could allow an attacker to run malicious programs
(824146) - Remote Procedure Call (RPC) is a protocol that is used by Windows. RPC provides an inter-process communication mechanism that allows a program that is running on one computer to seamlessly access services on another computer. The protocol itself...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;824146
Expert Zone Support WebCast: Upgrading your home Internet connection from dial-up to high-speed cable
(892800) - Wednesday, February 16, 2005: 10:00 AM Pacific time: Discusses how to choose a service provider, install hardware for the broadband connection, configure Windows XP for broadband, and obtain help from the Windows XP user community.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;892800
A tool is available to remove Blaster worm and Nachi worm infections from computers that are running Windows 2000 or Windows XP
(833330) - After you install the 823980 security update or the 824146 security update on a computer that is infected with the Blaster worm or the Nachi worm, the computer may continue to generate network traffic on the affected Transmission Control...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;833330
MS03-010: Flaw in RPC endpoint mapper could allow Denial of Service attacks
(331953) - There is a vulnerability in the part of the remote procedure call (RPC) functionality that deals with message exchange over TCP/IP. The vulnerability results because of incorrect handling of malformed messages. This particular vulnerability...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;331953
MS03-011: Flaw in the Microsoft VM Could Enable System Compromise
(816093) - The Microsoft VM is a virtual machine for the Win32operating environment. The Microsoft VM is shipped in most versions of Windows and in most versions of Microsoft Internet Explorer. A new security vulnerability has been reported that affects the...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;816093
MS03-034: Flaw in NetBIOS could lead to information disclosure
(824105) - Network basic input/output system (NetBIOS) is an API that can be used by programs on a local area network (LAN). NetBIOS provides programs with a uniform set of commands for requesting the lower-level services that the programs must have to...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;824105
MS03-026: Buffer Overrun in RPC May Allow Code Execution
(823980) - Microsoft originally released this bulletin and patch on July 16, 2003, to correct a security vulnerability in a Windows Distributed Component Object Model (DCOM) Remote Procedure Call (RPC) interface. The patch was and still is effective in...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;823980
Virus Alert About the "Frethem" Virus
(326353) - The W32.Frethem.J@mm and W32.Frethem.K@mm worms are mass-mailer worms that are variants of the W32.Frethem.B@mm worm. The Frethem virus arrives in an e-mail message with the following subject line: Re: Your password! The e-mail message has two...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;326353
MS02-006: An Unchecked Buffer in the SNMP Service May Allow Code to Run
(314147) - If you install the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) service and the service is running on your computer, a malicious user may be able to cause a denial-of-service attack on your computer and the malicious user may be able to run code on...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;314147
Mydoom, Zindos, and Doomjuice Worm Removal Tool
(836528) - Provides information about how to download and use the Microsoft Mydoom Worm Removal Tool. Includes answers to frequently asked questions.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;836528
Download.Ject Payload Detection and Removal Tool
(873018) - Describes the Download.Ject Payload Detection and Removal Tool that you can use to remove Backdoor:W32/Berbew Trojan horse infections.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;873018
MS03-024: Buffer overrun in Windows could lead to data corruption
(817606) - Provides security patch information for an issue that occurs when there is a buffer overrun in Windows.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;817606
MS03-001: Unchecked Buffer in the Locator Service Might Permit Code to Run
(810833) - The Microsoft Locator service is a name service that maps logical names to network-specific names. It is included with Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, and Windows XP. By default, the Locator service is enabled only on Windows 2000-based domain...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;810833
Microsoft Network Security Hotfix Checker (Hfnetchk.exe) Tool Is Available
(303215) - The Hfnetchk tool is a command-line tool that administrators can use to centrally assess a computer or group of computers for the absence of security updates. As of the version 1.1 release of the Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer (MBSA),...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;303215
How to configure Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2) for use with SQL Server
(841249) - Contains links to articles that you can use to help you configure Windows Firewall to permit access for SQL Server, Analysis Services, and MSDE.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;841249
How to use a script to programmatically open ports for SQL Server to use on systems that are running Windows XP Service Pack 2
(839980) - This article contains two scripts that programmatically configure Windows Firewall to allow SQL Server to listen on the network on all ports or to listen only on TCP/IP.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;839980
Service redirection does not apply to Internet Connection Firewall
(297942) - In Windows XP, the Internet Connection Firewall (ICF) (called Windows Firewall (WF) in Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2)) and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) features share a common interface for configuring services to which Internet users can...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;297942
Internet Connection Firewall and Basic Firewall do not block Internet Protocol Version 6 traffic
(306203) - With Microsoft Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) installed and Internet Connection Firewall (ICF) or Basic Firewall enabled, the firewall filters Internet Protocol version 4 (IPv4) traffic, but the basic firewall and the ICF do not block or...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;306203
How to turn on or turn off the Internet firewall in Windows XP
(283673) - Explains how to turn on or turn off the Internet firewall feature in Windows XP.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;283673
Group Policy setting that prevents use of the Internet Connection Firewall is not enforced in Windows XP
(839551) - Fixes a problem that occurs when a Group Policy setting that prevents the use of the Internet Connection firewall is not enforced in Windows XP.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;839551
Internet firewalls can prevent browsing and file sharing
(298804) - Explains that turning on a firewall may keep you from searching or sharing files with other computers on a home network.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;298804
WRQ AtGuard Program Causes Error Message in Windows XP
(319870) - You may receive the following error message on a blue screen on your Windows XP-based computer with the WRQ AtGuard firewall program installed: STOP: 0x000000D1 (0x0200000c, 0x00000002, 0x00000000, 0xf617c2c6) DRIVER_IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL (d1)...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;319870
A Windows XP-based computer sends many ARP broadcast requests when the ARP cache entry for the peer expires during a large file transfer
(840164) - Fixes problem that occurs when a Windows XP-based computer has a firewall program installed that blocks ARP replies.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;840164
Network performance decreases when you use a program that uses the SO_CONDITIONAL_ACCEPT socket option to communicate
(328264) - Fixes a problem in Windows 2000 where the SO_CONDITIONAL_ACCEPT socket options cause connections not to work through a firewall.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;328264
You cannot make phone calls or start voice or video conversations with Windows Messenger
(324214) - Resolves an issue with Windows Messenger that cannot make phone calls or start voice or video conversations under certain configurations.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;324214
Computer viruses: description, prevention, and recovery
(129972) - Discusses the different types of viruses and how to deal with them.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;129972
ICF in Windows XP SP1 and Windows Server 2003 blocks unsolicited inbound unicast, multicast, and broadcast traffic
(329928) - Describes how the ICF in Windows XP SP1 and Windows Server 2003 examines and blocks unsolicited inbound unicast, multicast, and broadcast traffic. Provides links to more information about the ICF.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;329928
PPTP clients cannot connect to a PPTP server that has multiple IP addresses
(271731) - When you connect to a Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) server from a PPTP client computer, the connection may not succeed, and you may receive one of the following error messages, depending on the version of Microsoft Windows that you are...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;271731
How to perform an in-place upgrade (reinstallation) of Windows XP
(315341) - Describes how to do an in-place upgrade (reinstallation) of Windows XP when its installation must be repaired.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;315341
MS03-049: Buffer Overrun in the Workstation Service Could Allow Code Execution
(828749) - security_patch security_update update security bug context flaw vulnerability malicious attacker exploit registry unauthenticated buffer overrun overflow Local Elevation of Privilege URL specially-formed scope link hyperlink specially-crafted...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;828749
Support WebCast: Microsoft Windows XP: Maintaining Your Windows XP System
(810588) - This Support WebCast session will examine some of the best practices that you can use to keep your Microsoft Windows XP system up-to-date, make sure that it runs smoothly, and that it can be easily recovered.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;810588
Windows Update May Not Work in Windows XP If an Authenticating Web Proxy Is Used
(312955) - When you use a Windows XP-based computer to connect to the Microsoft Windows Update Web site (at http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com), the connection may not succeed if you connect to the Web site through a firewall or through an authenticating Web...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;312955
MS03-010: Flaw in RPC endpoint mapper could allow Denial of Service attacks
(331953) - There is a vulnerability in the part of the remote procedure call (RPC) functionality that deals with message exchange over TCP/IP. The vulnerability results because of incorrect handling of malformed messages. This particular vulnerability...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;331953
Messenger Service window that contains an Internet advertisement appears
(330904) - Describes a problem with Internet advertisements that appear in your Messenger Service window. Provides troubleshooting steps.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;330904
Virus Alert About the "Frethem" Virus
(326353) - The W32.Frethem.J@mm and W32.Frethem.K@mm worms are mass-mailer worms that are variants of the W32.Frethem.B@mm worm. The Frethem virus arrives in an e-mail message with the following subject line: Re: Your password! The e-mail message has two...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;326353
How to install or upgrade to Windows XP
(316941) - Explains the methods you can use to install Windows XP.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;316941
How to enable SQL Server 2000 Analysis Services and OLAP Services on computers that are running Windows XP SP2
(841256) - Describes how to enable SQL Server 2000 Analysis Services and OLAP Services as exceptions on computers that are running Windows XP SP2.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;841256
How to enable MSDTC communications with Commerce Server 2002 Developer Edition in Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2)
(883960) - Describes how to enable Microsoft Distributed Transaction Coordinator (MSDTC) communications with Commerce Server 2002 Developer Edition after you install Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2).
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;883960
How to enable SQL Server connectivity on Windows XP Service Pack 2
(841251) - This article describes how to enable SQL Server connectivity on Windows XP Service Pack 2.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;841251
How to configure a VPN connection to your corporate network in Windows XP Professional
(305550) - Describes how to create a new connection or modify an existing dial-up connection to securely access resources on your corporate network over a virtual private network (VPN) with Windows XP Professional.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;305550
How to configure a computer to receive Remote Assistance offers in Windows XP and Windows 2003
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;301527
Invalid Universal Plug and Play Request can Disrupt System Operation
(309073) - By sending a particular set of commands to an affected Windows XP computer, an attacker could gradually deplete resources on the system to the point where performance could be slowed or stopped altogether. There are a number of important...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;309073
MS03-011: Flaw in the Microsoft VM Could Enable System Compromise
(816093) - The Microsoft VM is a virtual machine for the Win32operating environment. The Microsoft VM is shipped in most versions of Windows and in most versions of Microsoft Internet Explorer. A new security vulnerability has been reported that affects the...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;816093
How to configure a connection to a virtual private network (VPN) in Windows XP
(314076) - Explains what a VPN is and describes how to set one up by using Windows XP.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;314076
Release notes for the Media Center Extender for Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005
(883352) - Describes known issues and provides other information about the Media Center Extender for Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;883352
How to configure a connection to the Internet in Windows XP Professional
(305549) - Describes how to use the Network Connections tool to configure Internet connections in Windows XP Professional.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;305549
How to troubleshoot "Stop 0x0000007B" errors in Windows XP
(324103) - This step-by-step article describes how to troubleshoot "Stop 0x0000007B" error messages in Windows XP. This article describes issues that can cause this Stop error including boot sector viruses and device driver issues or hardware issues. If you...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;324103
Overview of the Advanced Networking Pack for Windows XP
(817778) - Explains how to download and how to configure the Advanced Networking Pack for Windows XP Service Pack 1 (SP1).
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;817778
You receive a "Windows cannot locate the server copy of your roaming profile" error message when you try to log on to a Windows XP-based client
(832850) - Describes two ways to log on to a Windows XP client computer when your account is configured to use a roaming profile.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;832850
"Administrators only" error message when you attempt to use the Windows Update site
(316524) - Provides a resolution for an issue that occurs when you attempt to use the Windows Update Web site.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;316524
MS02-006: An Unchecked Buffer in the SNMP Service May Allow Code to Run
(314147) - If you install the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) service and the service is running on your computer, a malicious user may be able to cause a denial-of-service attack on your computer and the malicious user may be able to run code on...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;314147
HOW TO: Obtain Remote Assistance Using Windows Messenger in Windows XP
(306556) - This step-by-step article describes how to use Windows Messenger to obtain help using the Remote Assistance feature in Windows XP. Remote Assistance enables you to allow another user to make a remote connection to your computer, which they can use...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;306556
HOW TO: Provide Remote Assistance In Response to Windows Messenger Invitation in Windows XP
(306800) - This step-by step article describes how to provide help by using the Remote Assistance feature in Windows XP in response to a Windows Messenger invitation. Remote Assistance enables you to establish a connection to a remote computer through the...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;306800
Unchecked Buffer in Universal Plug and Play Can Lead to System Compromise for Windows XP
(315000) - Computers can use the Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) service to discover and use network-based devices. Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition (Me) and Windows XP include UPnP services, but Microsoft Windows 98 and Microsoft Windows 98 Second...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;315000
Internet firewalls can prevent browsing and file sharing
(298804) - Explains that turning on a firewall may keep you from searching or sharing files with other computers on a home network.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;298804
You Can Connect with Telnet to Any IP Address on Port 389
(315846) - If you turn on the Internet Connection Firewall feature in Windows XP and you try to use Telnet to connect to any valid IP address on port 389, the Telnet connection appears to be made successfully, even if the host is not listening on that port....
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;315846
You may receive a "Remote Assistance failed" error message on a Windows XP-based Internet Connection Sharing client computer that uses the Internet Connection Firewall feature
(313492) - Describes a fix for problem that occurs when you receive a "Remote Assistance failed" error message when you try to communicate from a Windows XP-based client computer to a Windows XP-based server.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;313492
WRQ AtGuard Program Causes Error Message in Windows XP
(319870) - You may receive the following error message on a blue screen on your Windows XP-based computer with the WRQ AtGuard firewall program installed: STOP: 0x000000D1 (0x0200000c, 0x00000002, 0x00000000, 0xf617c2c6) DRIVER_IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL (d1)...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;319870
Service overview and network port requirements for the Windows Server system
(832017) - A roadmap of ports and protocols and services required by Microsoft client and server operating systems, server-based applications and their sub-components to function in a segmented network.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;832017
Windows Update May Not Work in Windows XP If an Authenticating Web Proxy Is Used
(312955) - When you use a Windows XP-based computer to connect to the Microsoft Windows Update Web site (at http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com), the connection may not succeed if you connect to the Web site through a firewall or through an authenticating Web...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;312955
Domain Policy to Stop the Use of ICS or ICF Stops Services
(314592) - When a group policy prohibits the use of the Internet Connection Firewall (ICF) or Internet Connection Sharing (ICS), these services cannot stay on. Windows XP322389How to Obtain the Latest Windows XP Service PackTo resolve this problem, obtain...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;314592
Internet Sharing Configuration Dialog Box Unexpectedly Appears When You Programmatically Enable or Disable the ICF
(814054) - When you programmatically enable or disable Internet Connection Firewall (ICF) functionality by calling the INetSharingConfiguration::EnableInternetFirewall function, the Internet Sharing Configuration dialog box appears and prompts the user about...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;814054
Add a Printer Wizard stops responding when you try to install a network printer
(830732) - When you try to install a network printer on your Microsoft Windows XP-based computer, the Add a Printer Wizard stops responding. This problem may occur if the following conditions are true: You have a firewall that separates your Active Directory...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;830732
You receive a Stop error when network traffic is initiated and a filter driver is loaded
(831385) - You may receive a "0x000000c1" or a "0x000000c2" Stop error message when network traffic is initiated and a filter driver is loaded. For example, this error may occur when you are using firewall software or virtual private network (VPN) software...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;831385
A Windows XP-based computer sends many ARP broadcast requests when the ARP cache entry for the peer expires during a large file transfer
(840164) - Fixes problem that occurs when a Windows XP-based computer has a firewall program installed that blocks ARP replies.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;840164
Your VPN connection is disconnected after several minutes in Windows XP
(840654) - Fixes a problem where a VPN connection is disconnected after about five minutes when you use certain external firewall devices or NAT devices.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;840654
Network performance decreases when you use a program that uses the SO_CONDITIONAL_ACCEPT socket option to communicate
(328264) - Fixes a problem in Windows 2000 where the SO_CONDITIONAL_ACCEPT socket options cause connections not to work through a firewall.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;328264
How to troubleshoot home networking in Windows XP
(308007) - Discusses how to troubleshoot several issues that you may experience when you use Windows XP Home Networking.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;308007
Virus alert about the Blaster worm and its variants
(826955) - On August 11, 2003, Microsoft began investigating a worm that was reported by Microsoft Product Support Services (PSS), and the Microsoft PSS Security Team issued an alert to inform customers about the new worm. A worm is a type of computer virus...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;826955
IPSec Default Exemptions Can Be Used to Bypass IPsec Protection in Some Scenarios
(811832) - The Internet Protocol Security (IPsec) feature in Windows 2000, Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 was not designed as a full-featured host-based firewall. It was designed to provide basic permit and block filtering by using address, protocol and...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;811832
IPSec default exemptions are removed in Windows Server 2003
(810207) - The Internet Protocol Security (IPsec) feature in Windows Server 2003 was not designed as a full-featured host-based firewall. It was designed to provide basic permit and block filtering using address, protocol and port information in network...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;810207
Virus alert about the Nachi worm
(826234) - This article contains information about the Nachi worm that exploits the vulnerabilities that were addressed by Microsoft Security Bulletins MS03-026 (823980) and MS03-007 (815021).
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;826234
Error Message When You Run the "Ipconfig /Renew" Command
(810606) - When you run the ipconfig /renew command at a command prompt, you may receive the following error message: An error occurred while renewing interface local area connection: The system cannot find the file specified. This issue may occur if either...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;810606
Virtual Memory Error Message When You Shut Down the Computer
(811153) - Every time that you shut down the computer, you may receive the following error message at the Windows is shutting down... screen: Your system is low on virtual memory. Windows is increasing the size of your virtual memory paging file. During this...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;811153
DNS error when you add a Windows XP-based computer to a Small Business Server 2000 domain
(331072) - When you try to add a Microsoft Windows XP Professional computer to a Microsoft Small Business Server 2000 domain, you may receive one of the following error messages: A domain controller for the domain DomainName.local could not be...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;331072
SSL connection does not work on Windows XP
(314864) - Describes that you may receive an error message when you connect to a Web server by using a self-signed Server Certificate over a Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) connection.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;314864
"The Network Path Was Not Found" error message when you use Delprof.exe to delete inactive profiles on a remote computer
(832578) - When you use the User Profile Deletion Utility (Delprof.exe) to delete inactive profiles on a remote computer, you may receive an error message that is similar to the following error message: The network path was not found. This problem occurs...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;832578
How to configure a VPN connection to your corporate network in Windows XP Professional
(305550) - Describes how to create a new connection or modify an existing dial-up connection to securely access resources on your corporate network over a virtual private network (VPN) with Windows XP Professional.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;305550
"Ipconfig" Command Reports IP Address 0.0.0.0
(822123) - When you use the ipconfig command to renew your computer's IP address, either of the following behaviors may occur: You may receive the following error message:An error occurred while renewing interface local area connection. The system cannot...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;822123
Supported Connection Scenarios for Remote Assistance
(301529) - This article describes the supported connection scenarios for Remote Assistance. In Remote Assistance, a novice can connect to an expert by using the following methods: Windows MessengerSend Invitation as an E-mailSave Invitation as a File The...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;301529
Internet Control Message Protocol "Destination Unreachable" (Code = 0x0D) Packets
(325122) - When you analyze a network trace, you may see Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP) Type 3 "Destination Unreachable" packets with a code value of hexadecimal 0X0D or decimal 13: IP: Source Address = <dotted-IP-address-of-router> ICMP:...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;325122
When you try to check another network connection you receive the "Ping: transmit failed, error code 65" error message
(316414) - Explains why you may receive a Ping: transmit failed, error code 65 error message when you try to check a network connection. Article describes a workaround.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;316414
Error 619 When You Try to Connect to the Internet a Second Time
(812443) - After you install Windows XP, you can use your modem to connect to your Internet Service Provider (ISP) without problems. However, after you disconnect, you may experience the following symptoms: When you try to connect to your ISP a second time,...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;812443
Release notes for the Media Center Extender for Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005
(883352) - Describes known issues and provides other information about the Media Center Extender for Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;883352
"Server Not Responding" Error Message Appears When You Try to Sign In to Windows Messenger
(307293) - When you try to sign in to Windows Messenger, the following error message may appear: Server Not Responding This behavior can occur because of network or client configuration issues. The error message appears if Windows Messenger does not...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;307293
PPTP clients cannot connect to a PPTP server that has multiple IP addresses
(271731) - When you connect to a Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) server from a PPTP client computer, the connection may not succeed, and you may receive one of the following error messages, depending on the version of Microsoft Windows that you are...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;271731
Overview of the Advanced Networking Pack for Windows XP
(817778) - Explains how to download and how to configure the Advanced Networking Pack for Windows XP Service Pack 1 (SP1).
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;817778
How to configure a connection to a virtual private network (VPN) in Windows XP
(314076) - Explains what a VPN is and describes how to set one up by using Windows XP.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;314076
How to Set Up a Small Network with Windows XP Home Edition (PART 7)
(814004) - This article includes Part 7 of the "Set Up a Small Network with Windows XP Home Edition" guide. Part 7 discusses how to share folders. Note To view the other topics of the "Set Up a Small Network with Windows XP Home Edition" guide, see the...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;814004
"Administrators only" error message when you attempt to use the Windows Update site
(316524) - Provides a resolution for an issue that occurs when you attempt to use the Windows Update Web site.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;316524
Winsock Proxy Causes an Error Message in Windows XP
(311202) - If the Winsock Proxy component of Microsoft Proxy Server version 2.0 is installed in your computer, you may receive the following error message: Explorer.exe has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the inconvenience. If the...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;311202
MS03-049: Buffer Overrun in the Workstation Service Could Allow Code Execution
(828749) - security_patch security_update update security bug context flaw vulnerability malicious attacker exploit registry unauthenticated buffer overrun overflow Local Elevation of Privilege URL specially-formed scope link hyperlink specially-crafted...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;828749
You receive a "Windows cannot locate the server copy of your roaming profile" error message when you try to log on to a Windows XP-based client
(832850) - Describes two ways to log on to a Windows XP client computer when your account is configured to use a roaming profile.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;832850
HOW TO: Provide Remote Assistance In Response to Windows Messenger Invitation in Windows XP
(306800) - This step-by step article describes how to provide help by using the Remote Assistance feature in Windows XP in response to a Windows Messenger invitation. Remote Assistance enables you to establish a connection to a remote computer through the...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;306800
A tool is available to remove the Sasser worm variants
(841720) - Provides information about how to download and use the Microsoft Sasser Worm Removal Tool and provides answers to frequently asked questions.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;841720
MS03-039: A buffer overrun in RPCSS could allow an attacker to run malicious programs
(824146) - Remote Procedure Call (RPC) is a protocol that is used by Windows. RPC provides an inter-process communication mechanism that allows a program that is running on one computer to seamlessly access services on another computer. The protocol itself...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;824146
L2TP/IPSec NAT-T update for Windows XP and Windows 2000
(818043) - Describes L2TP/IPSec NAT-T and how to update for Windows XP and Windows 2000
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;818043
How to perform an in-place upgrade (reinstallation) of Windows XP
(315341) - Describes how to do an in-place upgrade (reinstallation) of Windows XP when its installation must be repaired.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;315341
How to Use the KB 824146 Scanning Tool to Identify Host Computers That Do Not Have the 823980 (MS03-026) and the 824146 (MS03-039) Security Patches Installed
(827363) - This article discusses the KB 824146 scanning tool that network administrators can use to identify host computers on their networks that do not have the 823980 (MS02-026) and the 824146 (MS03-039) security patches installed.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;827363
MS03-034: Flaw in NetBIOS could lead to information disclosure
(824105) - Network basic input/output system (NetBIOS) is an API that can be used by programs on a local area network (LAN). NetBIOS provides programs with a uniform set of commands for requesting the lower-level services that the programs must have to...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;824105
How to troubleshoot situations where you cannot complete MSN sign-up or connect to SSL secured (128-Bit) Web sites by using Internet Explorer in Windows XP
(813444) - Describes how to troubleshoot Internet Explorer in Windows XP when Internet Explorer cannot connect to SSL Secured (128-Bit) Web sites (https://).
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;813444
Network Problems with a Router in Windows XP
(315978) - Explains how to fix issues with peer-to-peer networks that cannot browse a local connection or find another computer on your network.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;315978
Traffic Is Sent After You Turn Off the SSDP Discover Service and Universal Plug and Play Device Host
(317843) - Windows uses the following Universal Plug and Play services: The Simple Service Discovery Protocol (SSDP) discovery service: This service discovers Universal Plug and Play devices on your home network.Universal Plug and Play Device Host: This...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;317843
Internet Access Is Restricted After You Upgrade from Windows Me
(313067) - After you upgrade from Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition (Me) to Microsoft Windows XP, you may not be able to browse the Internet. You may receive the following error message in Microsoft Internet Explorer: "Page cannot be displayed." This...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;313067
Support WebCast: Microsoft Windows XP: Maintaining Your Windows XP System
(810588) - This Support WebCast session will examine some of the best practices that you can use to keep your Microsoft Windows XP system up-to-date, make sure that it runs smoothly, and that it can be easily recovered.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;810588
You cannot audit the security state of managed client computers
(833999) - Fixes a problem where you may not be able to audit the security state of managed client computers on your network. To resolve the problem, you must apply a hotfix.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;833999
MS03-026: Buffer Overrun in RPC May Allow Code Execution
(823980) - Microsoft originally released this bulletin and patch on July 16, 2003, to correct a security vulnerability in a Windows Distributed Component Object Model (DCOM) Remote Procedure Call (RPC) interface. The patch was and still is effective in...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;823980
MS03-010: Flaw in RPC endpoint mapper could allow Denial of Service attacks
(331953) - There is a vulnerability in the part of the remote procedure call (RPC) functionality that deals with message exchange over TCP/IP. The vulnerability results because of incorrect handling of malformed messages. This particular vulnerability...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;331953
How to configure file sharing in Windows XP
(304040) - Describes the file sharing features in Windows XP and how to configure permissions for access to your files and folders.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;304040
Unchecked Buffer in Universal Plug and Play Can Lead to System Compromise for Windows XP
(315000) - Computers can use the Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) service to discover and use network-based devices. Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition (Me) and Windows XP include UPnP services, but Microsoft Windows 98 and Microsoft Windows 98 Second...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;315000
HOW TO: Obtain Remote Assistance Using Windows Messenger in Windows XP
(306556) - This step-by-step article describes how to use Windows Messenger to obtain help using the Remote Assistance feature in Windows XP. Remote Assistance enables you to allow another user to make a remote connection to your computer, which they can use...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;306556
Creating a Bridge with Two Internal Adapters on a Windows XP Internet Connection Sharing Host Does Not Work
(309640) - When you attempt to create a bridge by using two adapters on a Windows XP-based Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) host, the following error message may be displayed: An unexpected error occurred while configuring the Network Bridge This behavior...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;309640
HOW TO: Obtain Remote Assistance by Sending an E-mail Message in Windows XP
(306757) - This article describes how to obtain help by using the Remote Assistance feature in Microsoft Windows XP. Remote Assistance allows a remote connection to your computer that can be used to view your computer screen, participate in real-time chat...
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;306757
HOW TO: Provide Remote Assistance in Response to an E-mail Invitation in Windows XP
(306791) - This step-by-step article describes how to provide help by using the Remote Assistance feature in Windows XP in response to an e-mail invitation. Remote Assistance enables you to establish a connection to a remote computer through the Internet....
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;306791
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