Is This Genuine?

[sir.prize]

I am aware that Microsoft ended their update support for Windows XP.

I am now finding a yellow shield popping up next to the clock in the right hand corner and a message is inviting me to install updates. Can this be genuine and where is it coming from? Here is a screen shot of the message

http://i61.tinypic.com/ao9ylt.jpg

Any advice most appreciated.

[Ellipsis]

Yes, you may not have all of the updates that were issued before they stopped issuing updates ...

[treetops68]

According to the latest issue of ComputerActive mag. MS have issued a fix for a zero-day vunerability in Internet Explorer 8 for XP so I would think that it is that and I think you'll be safe enough to let it install.

[Buenchico]

I wouldn't have a problem with installing it (except that I turned off Windows updates years ago anyway!)

[Hopkirk]

Yes, I got one recently on my old XP laptop, for a malicious removal tool.

[sir.prize]

Thank you all for your prompt and positive replies.

[sir.prize]

methyl - I chose to allow the update and you were spot on. It was indeed K890830 Malicious Software Removal Tool. Thanks for the hint.