Adobe patches Reader and Flash flaws

Posted on Wednesday, May 14 2014 @ 11:30 CEST by Thomas De Maesschalck

Adobe rolled out a bunch of security updates on Tuesday.

First up is an update for a vulnerability in Adobe Flash Player and AIR that could allow attackers to remotely control your PC.

Adobe has released security updates for Adobe Flash Player 13.0.0.206 and earlier versions for Windows and Macintosh and Adobe Flash Player 11.2.202.356 and earlier versions for Linux. These updates address vulnerabilities that could potentially allow an attacker to take control of the affected system. Adobe recommends users update their product installations to the latest versions.

Additionally, there's also an update for a bug in Reader and Acrobat that could allow hackers to take control of your system.

Adobe has released security updates for Adobe Reader and Acrobat XI (11.0.06) and earlier versions for Windows and Macintosh. These updates address vulnerabilities that could cause a crash and potentially allow an attacker to take control of the affected system. Adobe recommends users update their product installations to the latest versions.

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Thomas De Maesschalck

Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.

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