Adobe Acrobat and Reader pose Security Risk
February 27, 2009 – 8:27 amOne of the most popular formats on the Internet to access documents, newsletters and forms is PDF (Portable Document Format). And the largest supplier of software to create and view these PDF documents is Adobe Systems. On 2/19/2009, Adobe Systems announced that two of their most popular products, Acrobat and Acrobat Reader, contain a critical security flaw. According to Adobe, this security flaw is currently being exploited and can permit an unprotected computer to be taken over. This security flaw is found in Acrobat and Acrobat Reader version 9 and below. Adobe plans to release patches to resolve this security flaw for version 9 on 3/11 and for versions 7 and 8 on 3/18. Until the software is patched, users can minimize their risk by: 1) Keep your anti-virus software updated. 2) Disable JavaScript support in Acrobat and Acrobat Reader 3) Only view PDF files from trusted sources 4) Consider using an alternative PDF viewer, such as CutePDF or FoxIt.5) Update your Acrobat software as soon as Adobe releases the security patches. If you need help with your Acrobat software, or have another computer problem zapping your productivity, give iNeedTech.com a call. A simple call to 1-800-238-1553 will have your computer problem solved in a flash. And our “Fix it or it’s Free” guarantee lets you use our service with confidence.