Adobe has released security updates for Adobe Reader and Acrobat
Updated: Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Last month, a critical vulnerability was identified in Adobe Reader 9 and Acrobat 9 and earlier versions. This vulnerability could cause the program to crash and could potentially allow an attacker to take control of the affected system.
Please review the security bulletin posted at Adobe: http://www.adobe.com/support/security/bulletins/apsb09-04.html, and take the recommended steps for your version of the software.
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Date: Monday, February 23, 2009
Subject: CRITICAL Security Warning
If you have Adobe Reader software installed on your computer, please follow the steps below ASAP to protect your computer from a security vulnerability that allows attackers to take control of your system.
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First, do you have Adobe Reader installed? To find out:
1. Windows XP/Vista: Go to Start > All Programs > look for Adobe Reader.
Mac: Go > Applications > look for Adobe Reader.
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If you have Adobe Reader 8 or earlier installed, upgrade to Adobe Reader 9:
1. Go to www.adobe.com and click “Get Adobe Reader” to the middle right.
2. The Adobe Reader Web site should automatically detect your operating system. Follow the instructions to complete your download. You can also click “Different language or operating system?” to choose your particular operating system (Windows, Mac, Linux, etc.) and language.
3. Select the Adobe Reader 9 version.
4. During installation, be sure to deselect the option to install the Google Toolbar for Internet Explorer.
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Once you’ve installed Adobe Reader 9, apply the security fix:
1. Open Adobe Reader 9.
2. Select “Edit” from the menu at the top of the screen.
3. Select “Preferences.”
4. Select “JavaScript” from the menu at the left of the screen.
5. Under the section “JavaScript,” deselect the checkbox in front of “Enable Acrobat JavaScript.”
6. Click the “OK” button and close Adobe Reader.
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