Localhost server doesn't work after April 2009 MS Updates

[Jerry Clancy]

I am unable to run apps in localhost mode all of a sudden after applying the
latest MS updates/patches to XP Pro. I can't run by loading the local server
first and then firing any http;//localhost/isapi/anyprogram.dll/ in either
IE7 or the
latest Firefox. Keep getting HTTP 404 (not found) errors even though the dll
is physically there. Also can't run it by compiling & linking with the
Run | Parameters set correctly (as always). It loads the server, as it
should, but again a 404. This happends with all working DLLs.

Has anyone else experienced this? There does seem to be a similar issue with
this update regarding ASP.NET running IIS locally, but I don't run IIS. Use
OmniHttp instead (for years).

I tested this with firewalls off and antivirus off with admin rights and also
checked the hosts file (OK) and still no go. I am suspecting the update as
the culprit but have no way of proving it and have run out of options.
Can't degug our development without this working. Any thoughts appreciated.

XP Pro.

Jerry Clancy

 

[PA Bear [MS MVP]]

For home users, no-charge support is available by calling 1-866-PCSAFETY in
the United States and in Canada or by contacting your local Microsoft
subsidiary. There is no-charge for support calls that are associated with
security updates. When you call, clearly state that your problem is related
to a Security Update and cite the update's KB number (e.g., KB963027).

LOOK! => If your problem relates to a Cumulative Security Update for IE,
call the above number and ask to be transferred to the Consumer IE7 queue
(which is 47830).

For more information about how to contact your local Microsoft subsidiary
for security update support issues, visit the International Support Web
site: http://support.microsoft.com/common/international.aspx

For enterprise customers, support for security updates is available through
your usual support contacts.

Start a free Windows Update support incident request:
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Support for Windows Update:
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[Jerry Clancy]

PA Bear,

Thanks for the response. That was the correct IE7 update applied. Will
follow thru on your suggestions.

Jerry

 

[Jerry Clancy]

This has been SOLVED but I'll be darned if I know why. Tried loading the
local server anew and running a localhost program (DLL) and it worked.
Nothing that I am aware of changed overnight: No changes, no further updates,
no further boots. Go figure.

Only thing that happened was a backup and AVG scan overnight (scheduled
tasks) but nothing in the virus vault or history.

Also had to change my MS Live ID password today, which bothers me. Wondering
if, in spite of efforts to prevent it, I have some evil program lurking
somewhere. At least I'm productive again.

Jerry

 

[PA Bear [MS MVP]]

Also had to change my MS Live ID password today...

Huh? Did you receive an email from "Microsoft Customer Support" telling you
to do this? See
http://groups.google.com/group/microsoft.public.internet.mail/browse_frm/thread/dee00fded1138563.

I do NOT think such messages are legit!

 

[Jerry Clancy]

No, but the password I used with my Live ID user name didn't work on repeated
attempts, though it did yesterday. So, I went through the "forgot password"
routine which changes it. The new one worked. I looked at the URL carefully
and it was a legit, secure msn.com address -- not a phishing expedition.
Appreciate the note, however. Staying vigilant.
Jerry

 

[PA Bear [MS MVP]]

I'd still be very suspicious, Jerry.

What to do if you can't sign into Windows Live Hotmail
http://windowslivehelp.com/solution...you-can-t-sign-into-windows-live-hotmail.aspx

What to do if you think your account has been stolen
http://windowslivehelp.com/solution...o-if-you-think-your-accounts-been-stolen.aspx

 

[Jerry Clancy]

Well, I agree with you there but I essentially did what your link re accounts
said. Don't use Hotmail. Will be on the outlook for any other odd behavior
(I'm fairly techie).