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Key points
- CZ posted the reminder at 07:19 UTC on November 7.
- Microsoft recommends installing Paint 11.2609.401.0 or checking that it updated automatically.
CZ calls for system updates
CZ urged users to update their operating systems in an X post at 07:19 UTC on November 7, saying apps cannot protect users from OS vulnerabilities. The post quoted a warning about a Windows Paint vulnerability.[1]
Microsoft first published its advisory for CVE-2026-83844 on October 13. Its November 7 revision lists Paint 11.2609.401.0 and recommends installing that version or ensuring it was updated automatically.[2]
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