Office 2003 is a popular version of the Microsoft Office productivity suite. Microsoft released the KB907417 update for Office 2003 to address security vulnerabilities. However, some users have reported receiving error 0x80096004 when attempting to install the update. This article provides an overview of the update and troubleshooting instructions for error 0x80096004.
Overview of Office 2003 Update KB907417
KB907417 is a security update released by Microsoft for Office 2003. It addresses multiple vulnerabilities, including a vulnerability that could allow remote code execution. This update is available as a manual download from the Microsoft Update Catalog.
Troubleshooting Error 0x80096004
Error 0x80096004 is an installation error that occurs when attempting to install the Office 2003 update KB907417. There are several potential causes for this error, including:
- An outdated version of Windows Installer
- Corrupted system files
- Incompatible hardware
To resolve this error, try the following:
- Update Windows Installer: Make sure that you have the latest version of Windows Installer installed on your system.
- Run System File Checker: Use the System File Checker tool to repair any corrupted system files.
- Update Drivers: Check for updates for any hardware that could be incompatible with the update.
Error 0x80096004 can be a frustrating issue when attempting to install the Office 2003 update KB907417. However, by following the troubleshooting steps outlined in this article, you should be able to resolve the issue.
Microsoft has released an update to Office 2003 as part of its continuing effort to provide the highest level of security and software reliability to its customers. This update, labelled “KB907417” is available to all users of Office 2003 and will address an issue that could result in an error message being generated. Specifically, the error “0x80096004” could appear when trying to install or uninstall Office 2003 components.
For users that have not yet installed this update, Microsoft recommends doing so as soon as possible in order to prevent any potential issues that could result due to the underlying bug. The steps necessary to install the update are as follows:
1. Open the “Windows Update” program, which can be found in the Programs list on the Start Menu.
2. Click the “Custom” tab on the top-right side of the window.
3. Click the “Office 2003 Update (kb907417)” link on the left side of the window.
4. Click the “OK” button and then the “Install” button to begin downloading and installing the update.
Once the update is successfully installed, the issue associated with the “0x80096004” error should no longer occur. Microsoft is committed to providing the best experience for its users and the latest Office 2003 update ensures that users of Office 2003 can rely on the utmost reliability from the software. Customers may contact Microsoft technical support if any further issues occur as a result of the installation of the update.