Monday, January 14, 2013

Java Emergency Patch Released...However, we Recommend Disabling Java in your Web Browser


Java Emergency Patch
This vulnerability affects: Java Windows and Mac Versions.
How an attacker exploits it:  The issue could be exploited if someone visits a Web site that's been set up with malicious code to take advantage of the hole.
Impact: This type of attack could result in: the installation of malware; lead to identity theft; the computer could become a botnet - which can then be used in denial-of-service attacks against other sites.
What to do Part 1Click Here to Download the Patch
What to do Part 2: We suggest disabling Java in your Browser unless you absolutely need it. Click Here to Learn How to Disable Java in your Browser
What to do Part 3: If you absolutely need Java enabled in your Web Browser we suggest the following:  Install a Firewall at your office.  Set the Firewall to Block All Java Applets.  Allow Exceptions only for those that are required for your business.  

If you don't have Java, don't install it.   Click Here to see if you have Java enabled

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Michael Glasser, Glasser Tech LLC (516) 762-0155

Thursday, January 3, 2013

Microsoft Issues Critical Internet Explorer Fix for Versions 6, 7 & 8


Internet Explorer Fix it Patch· 
This vulnerability affects: Internet Explorer Versions 6, 7, & 8.
How an attacker exploits it:  All the user needs to do is visit the Website and their system gets infected without clicking or doing anything on the site.
Impact: This type of attack installs Malware on your system.
What to doClick Here to Download the Fix


Clients with our Proactive Solution to Patch Management Automatically get the Updates.  

Contact us to find out how you can become "Proactive" instead of "Reactive".

Michael Glasser, Glasser Tech LLC (516) 762-0155