Last June a flaw found in Mac OS X was reported by researcher Maksymilian Arciemowicz, the flaw allows attackers to remotely take over Mac OS X 10.5 and 10.6. Apple computers were not the only affected systems others included a few releases of Linux as well as the Mozilla and Google Chrome browsers. All of whom have released patched updates since the announcement. Apple has not discussed if or when a patch will be made but the good news is there are current recommendations to help reduce your risk of having your computer affected which include:

• Ensure a basic level of protection by enabling the built in Mac OS X firewall (or purchasing a third party firewall)
• Be cautious about websites you visit and emails you open

The flaw seems to be getting in several ways two of the largest seem to be web software (software you have to go to the site to access) and Adobe Acrobat Reader. McAfee, Symantech, Websense and other computer security companies expect 2010 to have a rise in attacks on Mac’s and other Apple devices (such as the security flaws discovered in the iPhone). Rated a level of “high” risk this flaw is definitely not something apple should ignore for long if they want to keep their “problem free” reputation.

If there’s a fix released anytime soon we’ll let you know. Until then practice some safe and common sense computing.

Source: Security Reason