Microsoft’s ANI file patch causing issues with Realtek hardware users

Microsoft’s ANI file patch causing issues with Realtek hardware users

Microsoft has confirmed that some users are facing issues with their recently issued software patch for the animated file vulnerability in their operating system products.

The company has now issued a Knowledge Base (KB) article and a hotfix addressing a problem related to the Realtek HD Audio Control Panel which fails to start after the installation of the original patch.

Microsoft added that the Realtek issue affects users who have installed the patch on Windows XP Service Pack 2 – Professional, Home, Tablet and Media Center Editions.

A company spokesperson said: “I can tell you that Microsoft encourages customers who believe they are affected can contact Product Support Services. The company was aware of the Realtek HD Audio Control Panel issue during testing of MS07-017. Currently, the impact of this known issue appears limited in terms of the number of customers impacted.”