Alert Number: 121808-01
Alert Date: 12/18/08
Alert Title: Updated version of Opera browser fixes multiple security vulnerabilities
Update-to: None.
OS/Platform/Application:
Opera Web Browser
Category: ALERT
Severity: HIGH
Attention: Opera users, System Administrators, Desktop Support Personnel.
Summary: Opera Software ASA has released version 9.63 of its popular web browser. Opera 9.63 includes fixes for six vulnerabilities which could (if successfully exploited) result in a variety of unfavorable outcomes including system crash or complete takeover of a vulnerable computer.
Recommended Actions: Opera users, system administrators, and support personnel are encouraged to apply the appropriate update as soon as possible (safe links provided below).
Readers are encouraged to share this alert with family, friends, and associates.
ITS Actions: N/A
Resources:
Opera main page (includes link for downloading Opera 9.63):
http://www.opera.com/
