Run Apple Update to Fix Flashback Vulnerability
Posted: 2012-04-06 09:58:10 Expiration: 2012-04-13 09:58:10
Disclaimer: This news item was originally posted on 2012-04-06 09:58:10. Its content may no longer be timely or accurate.
Apple has now released a security update for Flashback, a Java trojan circulating for Mac OS X. Please run Apple Software Update ASAP to protect your Macintosh computer from the Flashback Trojan botnet.
To run the update, choose the Apple menu and "Software Update."
For more information on Flashback, see http://www.f-secure.com/v-descs/trojan-downloader_osx_flashback_i.shtml
Note: UW-Madison requires all computers connected to the campus network be running the latest security updates for their operating system. If you have any questions about Flashback or keeping your Macintosh secure, please contact your department's technology support staff.
-- School of Education: Brenda Spychalla