Apple Mac Products Affected by Multiple Vulnerabilities
Original release date: May 12, 2006
Last revised May 16, 2006
Source: US-CERT
Cyber Security Alert SA06-132A
Systems Affected
Apple Mac OS X version 10.3.9 (Panther) and version 10.4.5 (Tiger)
Apple Safari web browser
Apple Mail
Previous versions of Mac OS X may also be affected.
Overview
Mac OS X, Safari web browser, Mail, and other products are affected by multiple vulnerabilites. Apple has released Security Update 2006-003 to address these vulnerabilities, the most serious of which may allow a remote attacker to place and run malicious code on your computer.
Solution
Install an UpdateInstall Apple Security Update 2006-003 through Apple Update.
Disable “Open ’safe’ files after downloading”For additional protection, disable the option to “Open ’safe’ files after downloading,” as specified in “Securing Your Web Browser.”
For more technical information, see US-CERT Technical Alert TA06-132A.
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