Within the past 24 hours, Oracle Corporation (ORCL) has announced their acknowledgement to a popular security flaw among computer hackers. The bug allowed hackers to easily PCs and forcefully install malicious content. The company is working to address this issue and advises users to disable Java in their browsers for the meantime.
Whether you realize it or not, Java is used in almost all electronic devices. Starting with smartphones, small gadgets, and especially your computer, Java has been one of the most popular computer languages to date. Along with its myriad number of users, it's no wonder that the tiniest exploits can be found. Technology in this day and age is growing rapidly and hackers are getting smarter everyday. So protect yourself. Avoid websites that lack a strong reputation. Try browser add-ons like "McAfee Site Advisor" or if you are using Mozilla Firefox or Google Chrome, try "WOT (Web of Trust)." These services show ratings next to links to help validate the safety of the link.
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