Microsoft releases an Update for Internet Explorer Flash Player for Windows 8 (KB2770041)

Microsoft released an update (KB2770041) for all supported editions of Windows 8, Windows Server 2012, and Windows RT. The update addresses the vulnerabilities in Adobe Flash Player by updating the affected Adobe Flash libraries contained within Internet Explorer 10.

Security issues have been identified that could allow an attacker to compromise a computer running Internet Explorer Flash Player for Windows 8 and gain control over it.You can help protect your computer by installing this update from Microsoft. After you install this item, you may have to restart your computer.

Microsoft recommends that customers apply an update (KB2770041) immediately using update management software, or by checking for updates using the Microsoft Update service. Customers who have automatic updates enabled will not need to take any action because protections will be downloaded and installed automatically.

Update (KB2770041) also available for download from Microsoft Download Center. The links in this section correspond to file available for this download. Download the files appropriate for you. 

• Update for Internet Explorer Flash Player for Windows 8 32-bit Download the Windows8-RT-KB2770041-x86.msu
• Update for Internet Explorer Flash Player for Windows 8 64-bit Download the Windows8-RT-KB2770041-x64.msu
• Update for Internet Explorer Flash Player for Windows Server 2012 Download the Windows8-RT-KB2770041-x64.msu

Note: The update for Windows RT is available via Windows Update only.

System requirements

• Supported operating systems: Windows 8

References:
Microsoft Security Advisory (2755801)
Update for Internet Explorer Flash Player for Windows 8 (KB2770041)