HT202447: How to disable the Java web plug-in in Safari

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Q: is this dealing with the current "security" issues Apple is now addressing ?

By disabling the Java web plug in in Safari does this deal with/fix the current "security" issues Apple is now addressing?

MacBook Pro, Mac OS X (10.6.8)

Posted on Apr 12, 2012 7:53 PM

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Q: is this dealing with the current "security" issues Apple is now addressing ?

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  • by John Galt,

    John Galt John Galt Apr 12, 2012 8:00 PM in response to charsalpha
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    Apr 12, 2012 8:00 PM in response to charsalpha

    If Software Update reports that the update is available, it means that you are or have been running Java. Install it. It will remove the Flashback malware.

     

    If Security Update 2012-003 does not appear, then you have not been running Java. Leave it disabled.

     

    In other words, merely un-checking the "enable Java" checkbox will not remove the malware if it is already present. You should install the update if it is offered to you.