Apple Releases Security Update 2010-005 To Fix Malicious Fonts And PDF
Apple has released security update patch 2010-005 for both Leopard and Snow Leopard Mac OS X. The security patch will fix maliciously crafted embedded font, maliciously crafted PDF file, vulnerabilities exist in ClamAV, disabling anonymous TLS/SSL connections, maliciously crafted PNG image in PHP, multiple vulnerabilities in PHP 5.3.1, and more.
Find out more: About Security Update 2010-005
Microsoft’s Pathetic ‘Macs might spoil your fun’ Ad Campaign
Microsoft has for years did not care about Apple products until they have seen the wake of rising sales for Apple’s computer. Microsoft has launched a new Windows 7 campaign to take on Mac OS X. The software giant thought it is a great idea to add a PC vs Mac tab on their Windows 7 website.
Here is a summary what Microsoft came up with on their website:
- Having Fun. When it’s time to enjoy movies, games, and HDTV from anywhere in your home, PCs are ready to play.
- Simplicity. Intuitive, familiar, and easy to use, PCs do what you want: they just work.
- Working Hard. PCs are always ready, willing, and—most importantly—able to get down to business.
- Sharing. Whether you’re working or playing, PCs know how to help you get along with others.
- Compatibility. Most software is developed for PCs, and your PC will work with your music players, phones, cameras, and other devices.
- Choice. Pick a color you love. Midnight blue, espresso, or pink? PCs offer the most variety and options to match your style or price point.
Why not add Windows has loads of security issues and by the latest update you know what I am talking about. How can using Windows 7 be more simple? Pathetic attempt on Microsoft. Apple has gone far ahead Microsoft in the mobile and tablet arena. That is where Microsoft should spend their money and not on PC.
Apple Releases Snow Leopard Mac OS X 10.6.4
Apple has released version 10.6.4 updates for both Mac OS X and Mac OS X server. Busy week for Apple after announcing iPhone 4, Mac Mini and Safari 5.
From Apple, here are the features of the update:
- resolve an issue that causes the keyboard or trackpad to become unresponsive
- resolve an issue that may prevent some Adobe Creative Suite 3 applications from opening
- address issues copying, renaming, or deleting files on SMB file servers
- improve reliability of VPN connections
- resolve a playback issue in DVD Player when using Good Quality deinterlacing
- resolve an issue editing photos with iPhoto or Aperture in full screen view
- improve compatibility with some braille displays
Source: About the Mac OS X v10.6.4 Update
Steam Gaming Service For Mac OS X Out
Mac gamers can finally join their PC users in gaming via Steam which is now available for Apple Mac OS X. Steam has offered Portal game for free until May 24th.
From Steam blog: Steam has been a service exclusively for PC users since we launched it in 2004. For the first time we and our partners are bringing it to another platform. It’s been a ton of work, but the Mac is great for the same reason the PC is great – they are both open systems that let gamers and game developers be as close as possible.
So check it out. If you have a Mac and are new to Steam, welcome! If you’ve been with us since the beginning, borrow a Mac and log into your Steam account and jump into a game. And for everybody, Portal is free from today until the 24th.
Apple Adds Chinese Character Input To Snow Leopard
One of the cool feature Apple is adding to Snow Leopard is the Chinese character input using the Multi-Touch trackpad in your Mac notebook. The input window that pops up offers suggestions for subsequent characters based on what you chose. There is no mention that it will work with other Asian character sets.
Apple will release its new operating system Mac OS X for Mac computers this Friday on the 28th of August. Upgrade will retail at $29 if you own OS X Leopard otherwise Snow Leopard will cost you $169.
Apple 10.5.8 Update For Mac OS X
The 165Mb 10.5.8 Update for Mac OS X Leopard includes general operating system fixes that enhance the stability, compatibility and security of your Mac, as well as specific fixes for:
- compatibility and reliability issues when joining AirPort networks.
- an issue that could cause some monitor resolutions to no longer appear in Displays System Preferences.
- issues that may affect Bluetooth reliability.
For detailed information on this update, please visit this website: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3606.
For information on the security content of this update, please visit: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1222.
Apple Revealed Mac OS X Snow Leopard
Apple has revealed the $29 upgrade to your Mac OS X Leopard to Snow Leopard which will be available in September. Apple has lots of new features to the next upgrade to the OS which Apple has grouped on the website to Better. Faster. Easier., Next-generation technologies., More accessible than ever., and Exchange support.
From the press release: Users will notice a more responsive Finder; Mail that loads messages 85 percent faster and conducts searches up to 90 percent faster; Time Machine with up to 50 percent faster initial backup; a Dock with Exposé integration; a 64-bit version of Safari 4 that boosts the performance of the Nitro JavaScript engine by up to 50 percent and is resistant to crashes caused by plug-ins. Snow Leopard also includes an all new QuickTime X, with a redesigned player that allows users to easily view, record, trim and share video to YouTube, MobileMe or iTunes. Snow Leopard is half the size of the previous version and frees up to 6GB of drive space once installed.
Press Release: Apple Unveils Mac OS X Snow Leopard
Apple’s OS X 10.5.7 Update
Apple has released the latest update for its Leopard operating system, Mac OS X 10.5.7, for 20 bug fixes and a few security fixes. The upgrade is a hefty 449MB download while the combine updated (for 10.5 to 10.5.7) is 728Mb.
Some of the features from the the upgrade are: additional RAW image support, better video playback and cursor movement on recent Nvidia-powered Macs, fixed an issue with Dvorak keyboard layout.
Source: Mac OS X 10.5.7 Update
Apple Releases Security Update For Mac OS X
Apple has released Security Update 2009-001 which fixed the Safari RSS vulnerability. Including in the security updates are fixes for Apple Pixlet Video, CarbonCore, ClamAV, CoreText, perl, python, Safari RSS, SMB, and X11.
The second update is for improving multiple vulnerabilities in Java Web Start and Java Plug-in.
Source: About the security content of Security Update 2009-001
Skype 2.8 Beta For Mac With Screen Sharing
Internet phone and video calling software, Skype, has released beta version 2.8 for Mac. Now you can share screens while using Skype. The other feature is you can use your Skype credit to pay for Boingo Wi-Fi hotspots on a minute-by-minute basis.
Other features are Improved chat management, Quick Add People to Chat, Mood message chat, Large profile pictures, Hidden avatars in incoming contact requests and Add notes to contacts.
Source: Skype 2.8 Beta for Mac
