From dbc99ea38edc57df9629ae4ed8cc7734da41eabc Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: ImranHabib <47118050+joinimran@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Thu, 19 Dec 2019 23:34:12 +0500 Subject: [PATCH] Updated information for Office 2003 Added information for office 2003 and earlier file formats to be avoided to open when sent as an attachment. Problem: https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/windows-itpro-docs/issues/4425 --- .../threat-protection/intelligence/prevent-malware-infection.md | 2 ++ 1 file changed, 2 insertions(+) diff --git a/windows/security/threat-protection/intelligence/prevent-malware-infection.md b/windows/security/threat-protection/intelligence/prevent-malware-infection.md index 3659eaeffb..884759126a 100644 --- a/windows/security/threat-protection/intelligence/prevent-malware-infection.md +++ b/windows/security/threat-protection/intelligence/prevent-malware-infection.md @@ -85,6 +85,8 @@ To further ensure that data is protected from malware as well as other threats: * Do not use untrusted devices to log on to email, social media, and corporate accounts. +* Do not downlaod or run old Binary / Office 2003 and ealier file formats like .doc, .ppt, .xls. These file formats allow macros to be included. This can be a security risk. + ## Software solutions Microsoft provides comprehensive security capabilities that help protect against threats. We recommend: