| Jul 03, 2008 |
Microsoft Releases Advanced Notification for July Security Bulletin Microsoft has issued a Security Bulletin Advance Notification indicating that its July release cycle will contain four bulletins which all will have a severity rating of Important. The notification states that these Important bulletins are for Microsoft Windows, Microsoft SQL Server, and Microsoft Exchange Server. Release of these bulletins is scheduled for Tuesday, July 8. US-CERT will provide additional information as it becomes available. |
| Jul 02, 2008 |
Mozilla Releases Firefox 2.0.0.15 Mozilla has released Firefox 2.0.0.15. This version addresses multiple vulnerabilities that may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code, conduct cross-site scripting attacks, upload arbitrary files, or escalate privileges. As described in the Mozilla Foundation Security Advisories, some of these vulnerabilities also affect Thunderbird and SeaMonkey. US-CERT encourages users to do the following to help mitigate the risks:
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| Jul 01, 2008 |
Apple Releases Security Updates Apple has released Mac OS X v10.5.4, Security Update 2008-004, and Safari 3.1.2 for Mac OS X 10.4.11 to address multiple vulnerabilities. These vulnerabilities affect a number of applications. These vulnerabilities may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code, bypass security restrictions, or cause a denial-of-service condition. US-CERT encourages users to review Apple Article HT2163 and HT2165 and apply any necessary updates. |
| Jun 30, 2008 |
Microsoft Releases Security Advisory Microsoft has released a Security Advisory to address public reports of the Microsoft Windows Server Update Services failing to properly deploy updates within certain environments. Environments that rely on this service for updates may be unable to deploy updates to client systems, some of which may be security related. US-CERT encourages users and system administrators to review Microsoft Security Advisory 954960 and apply the workarounds listed in the advisory. US-CERT will provide additional information as it becomes available. |
| Jun 30, 2008 |
Cisco Releases Security Advisory Cisco has released a Security Advisory to address multiple vulnerabilities in the Unified Communications Manager. The first vulnerability is due to improper handling of malformed data in the Computer Telephony Integration Manager service. Exploitation of this vulnerability may allow an attacker to cause a denial-of-service condition. The second vulnerability is due to improper access restrictions in the Real-Time Information Server Data Collector process. This vulnerability may allow an attacker to bypass security restrictions and obtain sensitive information which may be used for further attacks. US-CERT encourages users to review Cisco Security Advisory cicso-sa-20080625-cucm and apply any necessary updates or fixes. |
| Jun 27, 2008 |
Microsoft Internet Explorer Frame Vulnerability US-CERT is aware of publicly available proof-of-concept code for a vulnerability that affects Microsoft Internet Explorer 6, 7, and 8 beta 1. This vulnerability is due to improper access restriction to certain components of a document's frames. By convincing a user to view a specially crafted HTML document, an attacker may be able to access non-domain-specific elements from a web page that exists in a different domain. Exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to capture keystrokes or perform other malicious acts. US-CERT encourages users to disable Active Scripting in the Internet Zone, as specified in the "Securing Your Web Browser" document. Additional information about this vulnerability can be found in the Vulnerability Notes Database. US-CERT will provide additional information as it becomes available. |
| Jun 26, 2008 |
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 Cross-Domain Vulnerability US-CERT is aware of publicly available proof-of-concept code for a new vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer 6. This vulnerability may allow a remote, unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary script in the context of another domain. This could allow an attacker to take a variety of actions, including stealing cookies, hijacking a web session, or stealing authentication credentials. At this time, Internet Explorer 7 does not appear to be affected by this issue. US-CERT strongly encourages users to upgrade to Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 and follow the best security practices as outlined in the Securing Your Web Browser document to help mitigate the risk. Additional information about this vulnerability can be found in the Vulnerability Notes Database. US-CERT will provide additional information as it becomes available. |
| Jun 24, 2008 |
Microsoft Releases Security Advisory Microsoft has released a Security Advisory to alert users of a recent increase in SQL injection attacks targeting websites using Microsoft ASP and ASP.NET. These attacks target websites that have inadequate secure coding practices for accessing and manipulating data stored in relational databases. If an attack is successful, an attacker may be able to compromise the website and inject arbitrary content or obtain sensitive data. Any user visiting the compromised site may be unknowingly redirected to a malicious website that could attempt install malicious code onto the system. US-CERT encourages website administrators to review Microsoft Security Advisory 954462 and implement any necessary Suggested Actions listed in the advisory. Users are encouraged to implement best security practices as described in the Securing Your Web Browser document to help mitigate the risk. |
| Jun 24, 2008 |
Adobe Releases Security Bulletin Adobe has released a Security Update for Adobe Reader and Acrobat 8.1.2 to address a vulnerability that may allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial-of-service condition. The Security Bulletin also indicates there are reports of active exploitation. US-CERT encourages users to review Adobe Security Bulletin APSB08-15 and apply any necessary updates. |
| Jun 20, 2008 |
Apple Releases Safari v3.1.2 for Windows Apple has released Safari v3.1.2 for Windows to address multiple vulnerabilities. These vulnerabilities include the following:
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