Apple Update for Java for OS X Lion and Mac OS X

Apple has released a Java update for the following products to address multiple vulnerabilities:

  • OS X v10.6.8
  • OS X server v10.6.8
  • OS X Lion v10.7.3
  • Lion Server v10.7.3

These vulnerabilities may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code, cause a denial-of-service condition, or disclose sensitive information.

US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review Apple article HT5228 and apply any necessary updates to help mitigate the risks.

Additional information regarding CVE-2011-5035 can be found in the US-CERT Vulnerability Note VU#903934.

This product is provided subject to the Notification as indicated here: http://www.us-cert.gov/legal.html#notify