Apr 26 2012

Check Your Java For Explotability

A quick tip tonight for people with Java installed on their computers.

Generally, there are three principles regarding the safe usage of computer software:

  1. If you weren’t looking for it then don’t install it on your device,
  2. If you do need the software then always keep it up to date,
  3. If you no longer need specific software then uninstall it.

With that in mind, sometimes you need a little assistance to work out whether or not you’ve got the latest patches installed for your software. Java does include such capability but it will only check once a month by default which can be a long time when there are exploits in the wild.

Anyway, if you visit Is Java Exploitable from any modern browser it will tell you if your installed version of Java is exploitable and, if so, it will give you a link to download an updated version. Unfortunately, the link is useless for those using Apple computers as Apple dispenses Java updates and often takes its merry time in doing so (at the moment it is two points releases behind).

So, if you are not on the latest version then either make sure you upgrade immediately or uninstall it!

Boydo

My name is Boyd and I’m a Service Management Specialist with a knack for operational data gathering, transformation, analysis and reporting.

In 2012, I obtained my Masters of Science in Information Technology through the University of New South Wales @ The Australia Defence Force Academy (UNSW@ADFA).

I was also part of an online community known as the Panasonic Insider Crew in the capacity of “Insider Guru” for Panasonic Australia where I interacted with other tech enthusiasts and find out more about Panasonic's latest gadgets.

I love technology, gadgets, and the Internet and maintain a keen interest in these areas locally, nationally, and globally. I hope by sharing my views on these topics that people will receive an honest point of view from someone with a genuine interest in these topics.

I have also written and edited articles for Neowin - you can check out my articles over @ https://www.neowin.net/news/poster/boyd_chan

I hope you enjoy reading my blog!

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