Happy Holidays from Complete Solutions!

We wanted to give you all a quick update regarding computer security updates. The following are some directives to ensure you are in good shape heading into the new year.

First, and foremost, please install all available Windows updates from http://www.windowsupdate.com in the critical section and any optional updates related to Microsoft Office products. There were updates for Windows, Internet Explorer 8, Excel and Word as well as Microsoft Project this month that should be applied ASAP.

There is a new Firefox update available. Please upgrade to Firefox 3.5.6 (or legacy Firefox 3.0.16) As usual this update closes security vulnerabilities and improves safety and functionality for this software. Either visit http://www.getfirefox.com or check the installed software for updates.

There is a flaw in Adobe Acrobat products that can be neutralized with the following steps:

Disable JavaScript in Adobe Reader and Acrobat using the instructions below:
1. Launch Acrobat or Adobe Reader.
2. Select Edit>Preferences
3. Select the JavaScript Category
4. Uncheck the ‘Enable Acrobat JavaScript’ option
5. Click OK 

(full support info here: http://www.adobe.com/support/security/advisories/apsa09-07.html)

All Macintosh users should check software update for updated Java and Firmware updates this month. Specifically, Snow Leopard users should install the 10.6.2 system update.

As usual feel free to contact us with any questions related to these or other computer issues.

We hope everyone is having a Happy Holiday Season! Looking forward to working with you in the New Year!

–Complete Solutions