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This vulnerability was patched in a security update. The instructions shown here do provide additional security for those desiring it.

Information posted by Paul Huber, 5/12/2006 8:41:17 AM.

Security Vulnerability found in Safari

A serious security vulnerability was recently found in Safari, Apple's default web browser in OS X. In its default configuration, simply clicking on a web link could allow a site to run UNIX scripts on your computer without your knowledge. The complete story

To disable this vulnerability:
Select Preferences under the Safari menu (Apple-,)
Select the General Tab
UNCHECK the box for "Open 'Safe' files after downloading"
Close Preferences


Information posted by Paul Huber, 2/20/2006 4:40:41 PM.