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Microsoft has issued a patch to fix a flaw in its Office suite that was being used to spread spyware known as FINSPY.

Microsoft has pre-announced nine security bulletins will be released this week, five of them rated critical and addressing vulnerabilities in a wide range of software. And Adobe will be releasing security updates on the same day.

This month Microsoft released six bulletins on Patch Tuesday, addressing a total of 11 vulnerabilities. Four of the bulletins are rated critical, so break out any remaining Easter eggs to cheer you up while you get patching.

The goal of Microsoft's 'App Guy' is to get software to deliver business value to customers as quickly as possible, in part by minimising compatibility issues.

If the number of typically low-cost projects on offer is any guide, there's plenty of work for HTML5 and Android developers. But things aren't looking so good for those skilled in various Microsoft technologies.