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ALARM Group ALERT — click for a description of ALARM, The Computing Alert System Alert Number: 081705-01 Alert Date: 08/17/05 Alert Title: Apple releases security update Update-to: none OS/Platform/Application: Apple Mac OS X versions 10.3.9 (Panther) and 10.4.2 (Tiger) Apple Mac OS X Server versions 10.3.9 and 10.4.2 Apple Safari web browser
Category: ALERT |
Summary: On August 15, 2005 Apple released security update 2005-007. This update addresses 24 different vulnerabilities that include remote execution of arbitrary code, denial of service, and root compromise. The vulnerabilites affect a range of services and applications including Safari, MySQL and SSL.Recommended Actions: OS X system managers and support personnel are encouraged to read the update (including all potential caveats) and (if appropriate) apply it immediately as per the instructions provided by the vendor.
ITS Actions: At this time, ITS is taking no specific additional actions to address the release of this update.
Resources:
Update 2005-007 Overview page: http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=302163
