Security Update: Adobe has released updates to address vulnerabilities in Adobe Flash Player and Adobe Acrobat and Reader
Status Type
Security Update
Date and Time
Tuesday, August 8, 2017 - 10:58
Reason
Security Update
Impact
Adobe Users
WHAT HAPPENED?
Adobe has released security updates to address vulnerabilities in Adobe Flash Player and Adobe Acrobat and Reader.
Advanced Users: For a complete description of the security enhancements and affected software refer to:
- APSB17-23 (Adobe Flash Player) at https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/flash-player/apsb17-23.html
- APSB17-24 (Adobe Acrobat and Reader) at https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/acrobat/apsb17-24.html
AFFECTED SYSTEMS:
- Adobe Flash Player Desktop and for Google Chrome 26.0.0.137 and earlier
- Adobe Flash Player for Microsoft Edge and Internet Explorer 11 26.0.0.137 and earlier
- Adobe Acrobat 2017 2017.008.30051 and earlier
- Adobe Acrobat Reader 2017.008.30051 and earlier
- Acrobat and Reader XI 11.020
WHAT'S THE PROBLEM?
Exploitation of this vulnerability may allow a remote attacker to take control of an affected system.
HOW DO I PROTECT MY COMPUTER?
Update your software
- If you are supported by ITFS or have different IT support, no action on your part is required.
- If you do not have IT support or they do not support your computer for updates refer to the Adobe Security Bulletin listed above.
RELATED LINKS
- IT Security – http://it.ucsf.edu/security
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