Important Security Updates
Dropbox: Dropbox has released version 143.4.4161 for its file hosting program. Updates are available at Dropbox’s website. [See SecureTheVillage’s warning below]
Google Chrome: Google has released Google Chrome version 99.0.4844.51. Updates are available from within the browser or from Google’s website.
Microsoft Edge: Microsoft has released version 99.0.1150.30 of Edge. Updates are available within the browser under About Microsoft Edge on the Menu button in the top-right corner of the screen.
Spotify: Spotify has released version 1.1.80.699. Updates are available on Spotify’s website.
Zoom: Zoom has released update Version 5.9.6.3799 for Zoom Client for Meetings. Updates are available from within the program under “Check for Updates” or Zoom’s website.
Current Software Versions
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC 2021.011.20039
Dropbox 143.4.4161 [SecureTheVillage warns against relying on security of Dropbox or other cloud-based file exchange systems. We recommend files containing sensitive information be independently encrypted; encryption keys be at least 15 characters long; and the master Dropbox [or other] password be at least 15 characters long and different from other passwords.]
Firefox 97.0.1 [Windows]
Google Chrome 99.0.4844.51 (Official Build)
Microsoft Edge 99.0.1150.30
Microsoft Explorer 11.0.220
Java SE 8 Update 321 [SecureTheVillage recommends removing or disabling Java from your browser. Java is a major source of cyber criminal exploits. It is not needed for most internet browsing. If you have a particular web site or application that requires Java, SecureTheVillage recommends using a two-browser approach to minimize risk. Unplug Java from the browser you use for everyday surfing and leave it plugged in to a second browser that you only use for sites that require Java. And if you have a specific use or need for Java, make sure you have the latest version.]
Safari 15.1 [Mac OS X Mavericks, Yosemite, El Capitan]
Skype 8.81.0.268
Zoom 5.9.6.3799
For Your IT Department
Cisco Multiple Products: Cisco has released updates for Identity Services Engine, Expressway Series, TelePresence Video Communication Server, Ultra Cloud Core, StarOS, FXOS, NX-OS, and more. Apply updates. Additional details are available on Cisco’s website.
VMware: VMware has released updates for VMware Tools for Windows. Apply updates. Additional details are available on VMware’s website.
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If you are responsible for the security of your computer, our Weekend Patch Report is for you. We strongly urge you to take action to keep your system(s) patched and updated.
If someone else is responsible for the security of your computer, forward our Weekend Patch Report to them and follow up to make sure your computer has been patched and updated.
Vulnerability management is a key element of information security management. Cyber criminals take over user computers by writing computer programs that “exploit” vulnerabilities in operating systems (Windows, Apple OS, etc) and application programs (Adobe Acrobat, Office, Java, etc). When software companies find a vulnerability, they usually issue an update patch to fix the code running in their customer’s computers.
SecureTheVillage publishes our Weekend Patch Report to alert readers to some of the week’s important updates and vulnerabilities. Our focus is on software typically found in the small or home office (SOHO) or that users are likely to have on their home computer. The report is not intended to be a thorough listing of updates.
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