Java for Mac OS X 10.5 Update 5

Apple has released security update “APPLE-SA-2009-09-03-1 Java for Mac OS X 10.5 Update 5” to announce the release of Java for Mac OS X 10.5 Update 5 to protect all users against multiple vulnerabilities. The most severe vulnerabilities could allow a remote, unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code and/or obtain elevated system privileges.

For a complete description of the security enhancements and affected software, refer to Apple’s Apple Security Updates. Information should be posted to the Apple Security Updates web site soon.

AFFECTED SOFTWARE:

Java for:

Mac OS X v10.5.8
Mac OS X Server v10.5.8

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO TO PROTECT YOUR SYSTEM:

1. Do NOT take action if you have a Computer Support Coordinator (CSC); your CSC will apply the update for you or assist in instructing you.

2. If you do not have a CSC, updates may be obtained from the Software Update application, or from the Apple Downloads site.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Apple Security Updates

UCSF Mac OS X Interest Group

Enterprise Information Security

If you have questions about any of the information provided above, you may send email inquiries to security@ucsf.edu.

Teresa A. Regalia, GCIH
UCSF Enterprise Information Security
Telephone: 415-502-1567
Teresa.Regalia@ucsf.edu

OAAIS Customer Support Service Desk
7 a.m. - 6 p.m., Mon – Fri
(415) 514-4100, Option 2
customersupport@ucsf.edu
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Java for Mac OS X 10.5 Update 5