OS/Platform/Application:

Mozilla Firefox version 3.5.x
(on all supported platforms)

Category: ALERT
Severity: HIGH
Attention: Firefox users, System Administrators, Desktop Support Personnel.

Summary: One November 6 2009 the Mozilla foundation released an update to its popular Firefox web browser.  Firefox 3.5.5 is described by the vendor as a "Security and Stability update" that apparently fixes some critical issues with startup and image handling functions.

Recommended Actions: Firefox Users are encouraged to apply the update as soon as possible.

Readers are encouraged to share this alert with family, friends, and associates.

ITS Actions: N/A

Firefox 3.5.5 Release Notes (includes link for download):
http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/3.5.5/releasenotes/