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Updates 2020-02-28

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Hi, Folks!

It’s not Patch Tuesday, but security updates from Google, nVidia, TeamViewer and others have triggered an out-of-cycle update.

This Month Week in Technology (Again)

Microsoft is fixing Windows Search again today, and soon scaling back Cortana features in order to better focus the CPU-intensive AI.

Storing your passwords in Notes in your iPhone and iPad is something almost every iOS user does, but shouldn’t. Any app or widget can read the clipboard contents any time. Apple’s Safari browser will soon prevent you from accessing websites secured by SSL/TLS certificates with duration’s beyond 13 months. Their stated goal is to improve validity and reliability of certificates by increasing automation and thus reducing the likelihood of human error. This might be more trustworthy if the systems that automate the processes could be better trusted. I’m old enough to remember when large certificate providers (including Verisign) issued half a million certificates to almost anyone that asked, whether they had any relationship to the site or not. Surely this should have hurt Verisign pretty bad, right? Nah, they are still the Domain Registry for all .com, .net, .gov and .edu TLDs, and they’re currently attempting to discredit everyone that dared to comment on their contract renewal that grants them the ability to raise .com rates in 4 out of 6 years.

ISPs believe they own your data if you dare use their service to get online, but for what it’s worth, they don’t have nearly the scope of data access that a flaw in over a billion wireless devices (including Apple iPhone, iPad, Amazon Echo, Kindle, Samsung Galaxy, and Google Nexus devices) does. If you haven’t patched all your mobile devices recently, do it now.

Speaking of data access, reliance on cloud backups and local backups with permanently tethered drives won’t help you when you’re hit with ransomware, and reliance on cloud-based services allows patent claims to remotely disable your property, and, in a possible first, ransomware may have actually been responsible for keeping criminals out of prison.

Wells Fargo has been fined $3b over creating millions of fraudulent accounts based on real people, but none of it will go to their victims. Over 50,000 people hit by the Click4Support scamware will be getting about 5-10% of their losses back. It ain’t much, but it’s better than nothing.

In yet another example of sky-is-falling ignorance from “Tech Commentators” that don’t actually understand the technology they’re talking about, Gordon Kelly claims that information that never leaves your computer can be spied on by several unrelated third-parties. Sigh. More importantly, Google has released 7 security updates for Chrome in the last month. Yes, really. If you followed Gordon Kelly’s advice to block updates you’d be at actual risk from several real and serious vulnerabilities instead of just thinking you know so much stuff that isn’t true.

Professor Norman Sadeh, of Carnegie Mellon’s Institute for Software Research,
the same group that helped the FBI break TOR “on a budget” (paid $1m from the FBI, they spent $3k to break TOR), have released an app, IOTA, to help you identify the Internet-of-Things devices that exist around you, and they might not even abuse the information you share with them to gain a foothold into your networks.

While we’re on the topic of abuse, a facial recognition company was breached and their entire client list was stolen. It’s easy to blame the contractor for making this kind of mistake, but the US Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) hasn’t done any better, even exposing White House data.

Finally, a US Federal Appeals court ruled that online censorship is okay, ensuring that the 2020 election will be tainted by Silicon Valley’s very own form of social engineering via censorship. Oh, well.

Let’s Get Busy

The typical computer should see approximately 400 MB of updates today. Let’s get started.

Microsoft has released another update to fix the search bugs in Windows 10 v1903 and newer and a security update for the new Edge browser. Use Windows Update to get the updates.

Don’t forget to check your mobile devices, too! Many updates will also apply to your tablet, phone, kindle or television – so check your device-appropriate App Store and install updates.

Important Notes

Everything above this section should be checked by everyone on every computer. Chances are good that close to every single computer you touch will be affected by those updates. This is not the case with the items below, though you should still check each line item below to see if it applies to software you have installed.

Please remember that while I list many different applications within these updates, most people should ONLY install updates for a program if they already have a previous version of that program installed.

It is essential to maintain all the applications you have installed on your computer, but often you can minimize the time investment and the potential for exploitation simply by uninstalling software you do not need.

Also note that using the applications own “check for updates” function, when available, will best preserve your current settings, and often avoid any crapware that might come with a fresh installer. Use this option if it’s available to you.

Finally, if you’re sick of doing this all yourself, let me! Call or email me any time, and we can set you up with subscription SaferPC updates which will be installed each month whenever necessary. Click, call or email for more details:
https://saferpc.info/updates/
209-565-12PD
shawn@12pointdesign.com

Driver Updates

If you’re using this hardware – these updates are for you.

Zebra Driver 2020.1 doesn’t provide a changelog, so should be treated as a security update.
https://www.seagullscientific.com/support/downloads/drivers/zebra

nVidia 442.50 is a security update.
https://www.nvidia.com/Download/index.aspx?lang=en-us

Browser Updates

One or more of these are likely to be of interest to everyone.

Google Chrome 80.0.3987.122 is a security update. Use Menu, Help, About to install the most current version.

Vivaldi 2.11.1811.44 is a security update. Use Menu, Help, About to install the most current version.

Brave 1.4.95 is a security update. Use Menu, Help, About to install the most current version.

Iridium 2020.01.79 is a security update. Use Menu, Help, About to install the most current version.

Email Updates

One or more of these are likely to be of interest to everyone.

Mailspring 1.7.4 adds Google contact management, plaintext mail (yay!), and resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://getmailspring.com/

Internet Updates

One or more of these are likely to be of interest to everyone.

FileZilla Client 3.47.1 resolves a bug loading advanced site parameters. This is not a security update.
https://filezilla-project.org/

WinSCP 5.17.1 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://winscp.net/eng/index.php

Media Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

Picard 2.3.1 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://picard.musicbrainz.org/

Office Updates

One or more of these are likely to be of interest to most people.

LibreOffice Fresh 6.4.1 resolves 80 bugs, including several crash bugs. This is not a security update. Please note that LibreOffice Fresh is their beta product. Most users should use LibreOffice Still.
https://www.libreoffice.org/

Security Software Updates

One or more of these is likely to be of interest to most people.

RogueKiller 14.2.1 updates libraries and resolves a signature update bug. This is a security update.
https://www.adlice.com/download/roguekiller/

uBlock Origin 1.25.0 adds DNS resolution to Firefox and resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://github.com/gorhill/uBlock/releases/latest

Capture Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

ScreenToGif 2.21.2 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://github.com/NickeManarin/ScreenToGif/releases/latest

Converter Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

DVDFab 11.0.7.5 adds support for new encodings and improved upscaling. This is not a security update.
https://www.dvdfab.cn/download.htm

Utility Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

1Password for Mac 7.4.3 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://1password.com/downloads/mac/

Dell Command Update 3.1.1 improves reliability and stability. This is not a security update.
https://www.dell.com/support/article/us/en/04/sln311129/dell-command-update?lang=en

Etcher 1.5.79 resolves two minor bugs. This is not a security update.
https://www.balena.io/etcher/

GoodSync 10.10.25 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://12pd.com/click?goodsync

MS ISO Downloader 8.32 adds images for new Dell models and preview versions of Win10 v2004. This is not a security update.
https://www.heidoc.net/joomla/technology-science/microsoft/67-microsoft-windows-and-office-iso-download-tool

NTLite 1.9.0.7330 resolves several bugs and improves compatibility. This is not a security update.
https://www.ntlite.com/download/

SetDefaultBrowser 1.5 adds support for side-by-side Edge installations. This is not a security update.
https://kolbi.cz/blog/2017/11/10/setdefaultbrowser-set-the-default-browser-per-user-on-windows-10-and-server-2016-build-1607/

TeamViewer 15.3.2682 adds the ability to remove a chat participant, and resolves several bugs, including the ability for mouse actions to be processed when disabled. This is a secuirty update.
https://www.teamviewer.com/en/download/windows/

Developer Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

Android Studio 3.6.0.21 resolves the Git bug and disables the Multi Preview feature. This is not a security update.
https://developer.android.com/studio/index.html

WinMerge 2.16.6 resolves several bugs, improves tab behavior, and adds support for more file formats. This is not a security update.
https://winmerge.org/

Web Package Updates

These are likely to be of interest only to web developers.

HumHub 1.4.2 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://www.humhub.com/en/download

Autoptimize 2.6.2 adds eager-loading support, improves compatibility, and resolves a couple bugs. This is not a security update.

WordPress Importer 0.7 improves compatibility and resovles several bugs. This is not a security update.

That’s all for now folks. Keep it clean out there. 😉

Regards,

Shawn K. Hall
https://SaferPC.info/
https://12PointDesign.com/

Updates 2019-08-13

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Hi, Folks!

Today is Patch Tuesday for August 2019 and it’s huge. It was a pretty big month for security news, too.

This month demonstrates several points I’ve been making for years:

1) Often the addition of yet another antivirus actually weakens your security. With Windows Defender scoring a perfect 100 there’s no good reason to install one of the “free” or even paid alternatives. Remember that there are only three parties to an exchange: the vendor, the customer, and the product. If you’re not selling or paying for a service, you’re the product.

2) Everything will be hacked eventually. Capital One and Binance demonstrate that even those tasked with the highest levels of security can be bribed or make mistakes, and since all encryption is weighted only by time and resources that are becoming ever-cheaper, assume anything you share will inevitably be compromised, even if you didn’t put it online yourself.

3) It isn’t just computers and phones that can be hacked. Everything from cameras, to airplanes, to Navy destroyers, and much more are also vulnerable.

4) The gatekeepers of “reasonable” vulnerability disclosure are as responsible as anyone else for zero-day exploits being exposed.

That’s enough horror stories for now. Let’s get back to our regularly scheduled program. The typical computer should see roughly 3 GB in updates today. Let’s get started.

Microsoft released updates for Windows, .NET, Edge, Internet Explorer, Flash, and MSRT (~2 GB). This includes security updates. TWO reboots are required.

Apple released updates for iOS 12.4, macOS Mojave 10.14.6, Security Update 2019-004 High Sierra, Security Update 2019-004 Sierra, Safari 12.1.2, watchOS 5.3, tvOS 12.4, iCloud for Windows 7.13, iCloud for Windows 10.6, and iTunes for Windows 12.9.6. These are security updates. Use Apple Software Update to install the most current versions.

iOS 12.4 is a security update. Use Settings, General, Software Update to install the most current update.

watchOS 5.3 is a security update. Use the Watch app on your iPhone to install the most current version.

tvOS 12.4 is a security update. Use System, Software Update to install the most current version.

Google Chrome OS 76.0.3809.102 is a security update. Use Menu, Help, About to install the most current version. A reboot is required.

Adobe Flash Player 32.0.0.238 is a security update.
Win: https://12pd.com/click?flash
Win: https://12pd.com/click?flashie
Mac: https://12pd.com/click?flashmac

Don’t forget to check your mobile devices, too! Many updates will also apply to your tablet, phone, kindle or television – so check your device-appropriate App Store and install updates.

Important Notes

Everything above this section should be checked by everyone on every computer. Chances are good that close to every single computer you touch will be affected by those updates. This is not the case with the items below, though you should still check each line item below to see if it applies to software you have installed.

The now-current release of Windows 10 (1903) will cause your computer to feel unusually slow until it is installed. This is a side-effect of the Windows 10 upgrade cycle, which pushes out 3-6 GB through Windows update to get you to the latest Windows 10 release every 6 months. If you don’t let it finish and you’re on a slow connection, it will kill your Internet performance forever. If you don’t have the bandwidth to download the bits, I’m happy to provide loaner USB drives to our local clients, or, if you prefer to have me mail it to you please contact me for information.

Please remember that while I list many different applications within these updates, most people should ONLY install updates for a program if they already have a previous version of that program installed.

It is essential to maintain all the applications you have installed on your computer, but often you can minimize the time investment and the potential for exploitation simply by uninstalling software you do not need or use, reducing the attack surface.

Also note that using the applications own “check for updates” function, when available, will best preserve your current settings, and often avoid any crapware that might come with a fresh installer. Use this option if it’s available to you.

Finally, if you’re sick of doing this all yourself, let me! Call or email me any time, and we can set you up with subscription SaferPC updates which will be installed each month whenever necessary. Click, call or email for more details:
https://saferpc.info/updates/
209-565-12PD
shawn@12pointdesign.com

Driver Updates

If you’re using this hardware – these updates are for you.

Display Driver Uninstaller 18.0.1.7 resolves bugs. This is not a security update.
https://www.wagnardsoft.com/display-driver-uninstaller-ddu

nVidia 431.60 is a security update.
https://www.nvidia.com/Download/index.aspx?lang=en-us

BullZip PDF Printer 11.10.0.2761 adds print redirection and improves compatibility. This is not a security update.
https://www.bullzip.com/products/pdf/info.php#download

Crucial Storage Executive 5.02 doesn’t provide a changelog so should be treated as a security update.
https://www.crucial.com/usa/en/support-storage-executive

Intel Driver and Support Assistant 19.7.30 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/detect

Browser Updates

One or more of these are likely to be of interest to everyone.

Google Chrome 76.0.3809.100 is a security update. Use Menu, Help, About to install the most current version.

Firefox 68.0.1 is a security update. Use Menu, Help, About to install the most current version.

Vivaldi 2.6.1566.49 is a security update. Use Menu, Help, About to install the most current version.
https://vivaldi.com/

Email Updates

One or more of these are likely to be of interest to everyone.

OutlookAttachView 3.25 adds search-in-attachments option. This is not a security update.
https://www.nirsoft.net/utils/outlook_attachment.html

Thunderbird 60.8.0 is a security update. Use Menu, Help, About to install the most current version.

Internet Updates

One or more of these are likely to be of interest to everyone.

Trillian 6.2.0.11 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://www.trillian.im/

Trillian Mac 6.2.0.18 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://www.trillian.im/

BrowsingHistoryView 2.21 adds option to use local time for time range. This is not a security update.
https://www.nirsoft.net/utils/browsing_history_view.html

FileZilla Client 3.44.1 resolves several bugs, adds search to Site Manager, and adds warnings to insecure connections. This is not a security update.
https://filezilla-project.org/

FreeFileSync 10.14 enforces TLS for all endpoints and resolves several bugs. This should be considered a security update.
https://www.freefilesync.org/download.php

MaxMind GeoIP 201908 is a data refresh.
https://dev.maxmind.com/geoip/

Nmap 7.80 includes an updated Npcap, adds NSE scripts and resolves several bugs. This is a security update.
https://nmap.org/

Npcap 0.9982 is a security update.
https://nmap.org/npcap/

PuTTY installer 0.72 resolves several bugs. This is a security update.
https://www.chiark.greenend.org.uk/~sgtatham/putty/download.html

WinSCP 5.15.3 resolves several bugs. This is a security update.
https://winscp.net/eng/index.php

Media Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

iTunes 12.9.6 is a security update.
https://www.apple.com/itunes/download/

Game Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

Lego Digital Designer 4.3.12 doesn’t provide a changelog so should be treated as a security update.
https://www.lego.com/en-us/ldd

Steam 2019.08.06 resolves several bugs. This is a security update. Use Steam to update Steam.

PlayStation PS4 6.72 improves performance. This is not a security update.
https://www.playstation.com/en-us/support/system-updates/ps4/

RetroPie 4.5.1 improves compatibility with RPI4 and reverts the kernel to improve stability. This is not a security update.
https://retropie.org.uk/

SteamOS Installer 2019-07-17 is a security update.
https://store.steampowered.com/steamos/download/?ver=custom

Office Updates

One or more of these are likely to be of interest to most people.

Atom 1.40.0 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://atom.io/

Artweaver 7.0 improves brush handling, simplified presets, Windows Ink Pen support, improved update, and resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://www.artweaver.de/

Krita 4.2.5 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://krita.org/en/download/krita-desktop/

LibreOffice Still 6.2.5 is a major update to LibreOffice Still, and adds several features and improved stability. This is not a security update.
https://www.libreoffice.org/

LibreOffice Fresh 6.3.0 is a major new release with improved integration, performance improvements, and many new features. This is not a security update.
https://www.libreoffice.org/

Paint.net 4.2.1 adds HEIC and JPEG XR support, resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://www.getpaint.net/

Adobe Creative Cloud Desktop 4.9 is a security update.
https://www.adobe.com/creativecloud/catalog/desktop.html

Adobe Photoshop CC 19.1.9 is a security update. Use Creative Cloud Desktop to install the most current version (after patching the security issues in Creative Cloud Desktop).

Adobe Photoshop CC 20.0.6 is a security update. Use Creative Cloud Desktop to install the most current version (after patching the security issues in Creative Cloud Desktop).

Adobe Experience Manager hotfix 30379 is a security update for AEM 6.4 and 6.5.
6.4: https://www.adobeaemcloud.com/content/companies/public/adobe/packages/cq640/hotfix/cq-6.4.0-hotfix-30379
6.5: https://www.adobeaemcloud.com/content/companies/public/adobe/packages/cq650/hotfix/cq-6.5.0-hotfix-30379

Adobe Acrobat DC 2019.012.20036 is a security update. Use Help, Check for Updates to get the most current version.

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC 2019.012.20036 is a security update. Use Help, Check for Updates to get the most current version.

Acrobat 2017 2017.011.30144 is a security update. Use Help, Check for Updates to get the most current version.

Acrobat Reader DC 2017 2017.011.30144 is a security update. Use Help, Check for Updates to get the most current version.

Acrobat DC 2015.006.30499 is a security update. Use Help, Check for Updates to get the most current version.

Acrobat Reader DC 2015.006.30499 is a security update. Use Help, Check for Updates to get the most current version.

Adobe Prelude CC 8.1.1 is a security update. Use Creative Cloud Desktop to install the most current version (after patching the security issues in Creative Cloud Desktop).

Adobe Premiere Pro CC 13.1.3 is a security update. Use Creative Cloud Desktop to install the most current version (after patching the security issues in Creative Cloud Desktop).

Adobe Character Animator CC 2.1.1 is a security update. Use Creative Cloud Desktop to install the most current version (after patching the security issues in Creative Cloud Desktop).

Adobe After Effects CC 16.1.2 is a security update. Use Creative Cloud Desktop to install the most current version (after patching the security issues in Creative Cloud Desktop).

Security Software Updates

One or more of these is likely to be of interest to most people.

QubesOS 4.0.2 updates kernel and TemplateVM components. This is not a security update.
https://www.qubes-os.org/downloads/

Java 8u221 is a security update. If you’re not 110% sure you need Java, remove it instead.
https://www.java.com/en/download/manual.jsp

Gpg4win 3.1.10 resolves a security bug.
https://www.gpg4win.org/download.html

RogueKiller 13.4.2 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://www.adlice.com/softwares/roguekiller/

RouterPassView 1.86 adds support for additional hardware. This is not a security update.
https://www.nirsoft.net/utils/router_password_recovery.html

TinyWall 2.1.11 improves compatibility and resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://tinywall.pados.hu/

Capture Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

SnagIt 2019.1.3 is a security update.
https://download.techsmith.com/snagit/enu/snagit.exe

Converter Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

Stop using CDex. CDex now includes malware as part of the installation, so should be treated as untrustworthy. Even if the accessory malware is removed, any developer willing to include malware should be assumed to be malicious and the core software likely has many other security issues and should be avoided completely. Again, remove CDex.

DVDFab 11.0.4.2 adds support or new encodings, improves compatibility, greatly improves subtitle parsing. This is not a security update.
http://www.dvdfab.cn/download.htm

FFmpeg 4.2 is a new major build, adding many filters and decoders and improving performance. This is not a security update.
https://ffmpeg.org/download.html

Education updates

One or more of these are likely to be of interest to most people.

e-Sword 12.0 adds themes and low-light display support, and makes hundreds of other refinements and bug fixes. This is not a security update.
https://www.e-sword.net/

Utility Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

RoboForm 8.6.0 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://12pd.com/click?rf

1Password for Mac 7.3.2 improves stability. This is not a security update.
https://1password.com/downloads/mac/

Bitcoin 0.18.1 adds new features, resolves bugs, and improves performance. This is not a security update.
https://bitcoin.org/en/download

BulkFileChanger 1.65 adds support for changing timestamps within mp4 and mov files. This is not a security update.
https://www.nirsoft.net/utils/bulk_file_changer.html

DesktopOK 6.45 adds uninstall and resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://www.softwareok.com/?seite=Freeware/DesktopOK

GoodSync 10.10.5 resolves several bugs and changes licensing behavior (again).
https://12pd.com/click?goodsync

IsMyHdOK 1.81 improves support for newer hardware. This is not a security update.
https://www.softwareok.com/?seite=Microsoft/IsMyHdOK

NirCmd 2.86 resolves a bug with the elevate command. This is not a security update.
https://www.nirsoft.net/utils/nircmd.html

NTLite 1.8.0.7080 updates components and improves compatibility. This is not a security update.
https://www.ntlite.com/download/

OSFMount 3.0.1005 adds physical/logical emulation options and resolves a bug. This is not a security update.
https://www.osforensics.com/tools/mount-disk-images.html

OSForensics 7.0.1001 adds many new features and resolves bugs. This is not a security update.
https://www.osforensics.com/download.html

PointerStick 3.66 resolves a bug. This is not a security update.
https://www.softwareok.com/?seite=Freeware/PointerStick

Rufus 3.6 adds support for persistent partitions, improves compatibility, and resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://rufus.ie/en_IE.html

SearchMyFiles 3.01 adds option to prevent saving search options and support for searching within Office and PDF files. This is not a security update.
https://www.nirsoft.net/utils/search_my_files.html

SimpleWMIView 1.38 improves refresh behavior. This is not a security update.
https://www.nirsoft.net/utils/simple_wmi_view.html

TaskSchedulerView 1.51 adds a new column to indicate whether device will be awakened to run task. This is not a security update.
https://www.nirsoft.net/utils/task_scheduler_view.html

TraceRouteOK 1.44 resolves a bug. This is not a security update.
https://www.softwareok.com/?seite=Microsoft/TraceRouteOK

WinScan2PDF 4.93 improves WIA and resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://www.softwareok.com/?seite=Microsoft/WinScan2PDF

WSUS Offline 11.8 updates static URLs, servicing stacks and improves compatibility. This is not a security update.
http://download.wsusoffline.net/

Developer Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

Android Studio 3.4.2.0 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://developer.android.com/studio/index.html

MySQL 8.0.17 resolves several bugs and adds several new features. This is not a security update.
https://www.mysql.com/downloads/installer/

Node.js 12.8.0 resolves dozens of bugs. This is not a security update.
https://nodejs.org/en/

Redemption 5.21.0.5378 adds RDOFolders and appointment exception removal/undo support as well as resolving several bugs. This is not a security update.
http://www.dimastr.com/redemption/

SQLite 3.29.0 adds several new features. This is not a security update.
https://www.sqlite.org/download.html

TortoiseSVN 1.12.2 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://tortoisesvn.net/downloads.html

Visual Studio Code 1.37 adds several new features and improvements. This is not a security update.
https://code.visualstudio.com/

WinMerge 2.16.4 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://winmerge.org/

Virtual Machine Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

VirtualBox 6.0.10-132072 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://www.virtualbox.org/wiki/Downloads

Web Package Updates

These are likely to be of interest only to web developers.

ScreenConnect 19.2.24707.7131 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://www.connectwise.com/software/control/download

phpList 3.4.5 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://www.phplist.com/download

Drupal 8.7.6 resolves several bugs. This version follows quickly on the heels on 8.7.5, which is a security release.
https://drupal.org/download

Joomla 3.9.11 is a security update.
https://www.joomla.org/

MailEnable 10.26 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://www.mailenable.com/

Adminer 4.7.2 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://www.adminer.org/en/

BuddyPress 4.4.0 is a security update.

Contact Form 7 5.1.4 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.

myStickymenu 2.2.1 improves compatibility. This is not a security update.

Postie 1.9.38 resolves an attachment filtering bug. This is not a security update.

Redirection 4.3.3 resolves bugs and improves compatibility. This is not a security update.

WooCommerce 3.7.0 resolves dozens of bugs, and provides feature, compatibility, and performance improvements. This is not a security update.

WP Add Custom CSS 1.1.5 replaces code editor. This is not a security update.

WP Mail SMTP 1.5.2 resolves a Gmail compatibility bug. This is not a security update.

That’s all for now folks. Keep it clean out there. 😉

Regards,

Shawn K. Hall
https://SaferPC.info/
https://12PointDesign.com/

 

Updates 2019-04-09

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Hi, Folks!

Today is Patch Tuesday for April 2019. Windows 10 v1903 is just around the corner. Edge users will start getting it over the next few days, with the majority of Home users getting it near the end of the month. You can delay it by installing v1809 if you haven’t done so yet, which will grant you a 3 month reprieve. Today is also the last day of updates released for any Windows 10 version prior to v1803. If you’re running v1507-v1709 (and not running a long-term servicing build) then you should upgrade to v1809 ASAP.

The typical computer should see roughly 1.2 GB in updates today. Let’s get started.

Microsoft released updates for Windows, .NET, Edge, Internet Explorer, Flash, POSReady, and MSRT (~850 MB). This includes security updates. A reboot is required.

Apple released updates for macOS Mojave 10.14.4, Security Update 2019-002 High Sierra, Security Update 2019-002 Sierra, iOS 12.2, tvOS 12.2, Safari 12.1, iTunes 12.9.4, iCloud for Windows 7.11, Xcode 10.2, and watchOS 5.2. This includes security updates. Use Apple Software Update to install the most current versions.

iOS 12.2 is a security update. Use Settings, General, Software Update to install the most current update.

watchOS 5.2 is a security update. Use the Watch app on your iPhone to install the most current version.

tvOS 12.2 is a security update. Use System, Software Update to install the most current version.

Adobe AIR 32.0.0.116 is a security update.
Win: https://12pd.com/click?air
Mac: https://12pd.com/click?airmac

Adobe Flash Player 32.0.0.171 is a security update.
Win: https://12pd.com/click?flash
Win: https://12pd.com/click?flashie
Mac: https://12pd.com/click?flashmac

Google Chrome OS 73.0.3683.88 is a security update. Use Menu, Help, About to install the most current version. A reboot is required.

Don’t forget to check your mobile devices, too! Many updates will also apply to your tablet, phone, kindle or television – so check your device-appropriate App Store and install updates.

Important Notes

Everything above this section should be checked by everyone on every computer. Chances are good that close to every single computer you touch will be affected by those updates. This is not the case with the items below, though you should still check each line item below to see if it applies to software you have installed.

The now-current release of Windows 10 (1903) will cause your computer to feel unusually slow until it is installed. This is a side-effect of the Windows 10 upgrade cycle, which pushes out 3-6gb through Windows update to get you to the latest Windows 10 release every 6 months. If you don’t let it finish and you’re on a slow connection, it will kill your Internet performance forever. If you don’t have the bandwidth to download the bits, I’m happy to provide loaner USB drives to our local clients, or, if you prefer to have me mail it to you please contact me for information.

Please remember that while I list many different applications within these updates, most people should ONLY install updates for a program if they already have a previous version of that program installed.

It is essential to maintain all the applications you have installed on your computer, but often you can minimize the time investment and the potential for exploitation simply by uninstalling software you do not need or use, reducing the attack surface.

Also note that using the applications own “check for updates” function, when available, will best preserve your current settings, and often avoid any crapware that might come with a fresh installer. Use this option if it’s available to you.

Finally, if you’re sick of doing this all yourself, let me! Call or email me any time, and we can set you up with subscription SaferPC updates which will be installed each month whenever necessary. Click, call or email for more details:
https://saferpc.info/updates/
209-565-12PD
shawn@12pointdesign.com

Driver Updates

If you’re using this hardware – these updates are for you.

Seagull Scientific Driver 2019.1 adds support for over 115 new printer models, but installs a Seagull Scientific Certificate which might later be used for exploitation. This is not a security update.
https://www.seagullscientific.com/drivers/

Display Driver Uninstaller 18.0.1.1 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://www.wagnardsoft.com/display-driver-uninstaller-ddu

Intel Driver & Support Assistant 19.3.12 adds support for newer hardware and resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/detect

Browser Updates

One or more of these are likely to be of interest to everyone.

Google Chrome 73.0.3683.103 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update. Use Menu, Help, About to install the most current version.

Firefox 66.0.2 resolves several stability and compatibility bugs. This version follows closely on the 66.0.1 security update. Use Menu, Help, About to install the most current version.

Firefox ESR 60.6.1 is a security update. Use Menu, Help, About to install the most current version.

Vivaldi 2.4.1488.36 resolves several bugs, adds many new features including GUI customization and stack management. This is a security update. Use Menu, Help, About to install the most current version.
https://vivaldi.com/

Email Updates

One or more of these are likely to be of interest to everyone.

Mailspring 1.6.1 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://getmailspring.com/

Thunderbird 60.6.1 is a security update. Use Menu, Help, About to install the most current version.

Internet Updates

One or more of these are likely to be of interest to everyone.

Skype 8.42.0.60
https://12pd.com/click?skype

FileZilla Client 3.41.2 is a security update.
https://filezilla-project.org/

MaxMind GeoIP 201904 is a data refresh.
https://dev.maxmind.com/geoip/

Npcap 0.992 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://nmap.org/npcap/

PuTTY 0.71 is a security update.
https://www.chiark.greenend.org.uk/~sgtatham/putty/latest.html

WGet 1.20.3 is a security update. However, this version breaks HTTPS so should be avoided for now.
https://eternallybored.org/misc/wget/

WinSCP 5.15 resolves several bugs and adds a dark mode. This is a security update.
https://winscp.net/eng/index.php

Line 9.4.0 adds chat capture. This is not a security update.
https://line.me/update

ZeroNet 0.6.5 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://zeronet.io/

Media Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

iTunes 12.9.4 for Windows is a security update. Use Apple Software Update to install the most current version.

iCloud for Windows 7.11 is a security update. Use Apple Software Update to install the most current version.

CDBurnerXP 4.5.8.7042 resolves a burn speed bug on multiple copies. This is not a security update.
https://cdburnerxp.se/

FastStone Viewer 7.0 adds support for monitor color profiles, improves compatibility, and dual instance display option differences. This is a security update.
https://www.faststone.org/FSViewerDetail.htm

iTunes 12.9.4 is a security update.
https://www.apple.com/itunes/download/

Game Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

EA Origin 10.5.36.23506 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://www.origin.com/en-us/download

PlayStation PS4 6.51 improves performance. This is not a security update.
https://www.playstation.com/en-us/support/system-updates/ps4/

SteamOS 2019-02-28 is a security update.
https://store.steampowered.com/steamos/download/?ver=custom

Office Updates

One or more of these are likely to be of interest to most people.

Adobe Reader DC 19.010.20099 is a security update. Use Help, Check for Updates to install the most current version.

Atom 1.35.1 resolves a bug. This is not a security update.
https://atom.io/

Paint.net 4.1.6 resolves several bugs and improves performance. This is not a security update.
https://www.getpaint.net/

LibreOffice Fresh 6.2.2 resolves dozens of bugs. Remember that the Fresh branch is the LibreOffice Beta, so the Still (Stable) line should be used by most users.
https://www.libreoffice.org/

Artweaver 6.0.11 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
http://www.artweaver.de/

Notepad++ 7.6.6 resolves the file-change-detection nag on frequently updated files and adds GPG release signing.
https://12pd.com/click?npp

FrameMaker 2019.0.3 is a security update.
64-bit: https://supportdownloads.adobe.com/detail.jsp?ftpID=6645
32-bit: https://supportdownloads.adobe.com/detail.jsp?ftpID=6643

Adobe Bridge CC 9.0.3 is a security update.
https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/bridge/apsb19-25.html

Adobe Experience Manager Forms 6.2.sp1-cfp15, 6.3.3.1, 6.4.2.0 are security updates.
https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/aem-forms/apsb19-24.html

Adobe InDesign 14.0.2 is a security update.
https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/indesign/apsb19-23.html

Adobe XD CC 17.0.12 is a security update.
https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/xd/apsb19-22.html

Adobe Dreamweaver 19.1 is a security update.
https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/dreamweaver/apsb19-21.html

Adobe Shockwave player 12.3.5.205 is a security update, however, it is officially end-of-life (EOL) as of today so your best option is to remove Shockwave from any and all devices.

Security Software Updates

One or more of these is likely to be of interest to most people.

DNSQuerySniffer 1.76 adds Quick Filter feature. This is not a security update.
https://www.nirsoft.net/utils/dns_query_sniffer.html

Gpg4win 3.1.7 is a security update.
https://www.gpg4win.org/download.html

RogueKiller 13.1.9 updates scanning engine and adds support for several new file types. This should be treated as a security update.
https://www.adlice.com/softwares/roguekiller/

Wireshark 3.0.1 resolves several security issues.
http://www.wireshark.org/

Stinger 12.1.0.3107 adds support for new detections. This is a security update.
https://12pd.com/click?stinger

Capture Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

VideoCacheView 3.05 adds manual merge option. This is not a security update.
https://www.nirsoft.net/utils/video_cache_view.html

Converter Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

CDex 2.16 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
http://cdex.mu/?q=download

DVDFab 11.0.2.3 resolves several bugs and adds support for new encodings. This is not a security update.
https://www.dvdfab.cn/download.htm

Utility Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

NTLite 1.7.5.6842 resolves several bugs and adds new options. This is not a security update.
https://www.ntlite.com/download/

CPU-Z Installer 1.88 adds support for new hardware. This is not a security update.
https://www.cpuid.com/softwares/cpu-z.html

Cygwin 3.0.6 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://cygwin.com/

GoodSync 10.9.30 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://12pd.com/click?goodsync

HWMonitor 1.40 adds support for new hardware. This is not a security update.
https://www.cpuid.com/softwares/hwmonitor.html

NirCmd 2.82 improves High-DPI compatibility. This is not a security update.
https://www.nirsoft.net/utils/nircmd.html

OSFMount 3.0.1000 adds several new features. This is not a security update.
https://www.osforensics.com/tools/mount-disk-images.html

RoboForm 8.5.8 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://12pd.com/click?rf

Rufus 3.5 adds Windows ISO download, adds Windows To Go support, and resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://rufus.ie/en_IE.html

USBDeview 2.80 resolves serial number CLI options. This is not a security update.
https://www.nirsoft.net/utils/usb_devices_view.html

WakeMeOnLan 1.84 updates the MAC database. This is not a security update.
https://www.nirsoft.net/utils/wake_on_lan.html

WinScan2PDF 4.77 improves stability. This is not a security update.
https://www.softwareok.com/?seite=Microsoft/WinScan2PDF

WSUS Offline 11.6.1 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
http://download.wsusoffline.net/

Developer Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

AutoHotkey 1.1.30.03 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://www.autohotkey.com/download/

Godot 3.1 adds several new features and improves stability. This is not a security update.
https://godotengine.org/

Node.js 11.13.0 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://nodejs.org/en/

Redemption 5.20.0.5298 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
http://www.dimastr.com/redemption/

DB Browser for SQLite 3.11.2 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://sqlitebrowser.org/

Visual Studio Code 1.33 adds several new features. This is not a security update.
https://code.visualstudio.com/

WinMerge 2.16.2 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
http://winmerge.org/

Virtual Machine Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

PPSSPP 1.8.0 doesn’t provide a changelog so should be treated as a security update.
https://ppsspp.org/downloads.html

VMware Player 15.0.4 is a security update.
https://www.vmware.com/products/player/

Web Package Updates

These are likely to be of interest only to web developers.

Joomla 3.9.5 is a security update.
https://www.joomla.org/

Drupal 8.6.14 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://drupal.org/download

phpList 3.4.0 is a security update.
https://www.phplist.com/download

TinyMCE 5.0.3 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://www.tiny.cloud/get-tiny/

MailEnable 10.23 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://www.mailenable.com/

ScreenConnect 19.0.23234.7027 reorganizes the control interface, uses a new default theme, reformats the General tab and more. This is not a security update.
https://www.screenconnect.com/Download

Nextcloud Server 15.0.7 is a security update.
https://nextcloud.com/

WordPress 5.1.1 is a security update.
https://wordpress.org/

Redirection 4.2.1 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.

NextScripts Social Networks Auto-Poster 4.3.4 removes Google+ and 500px, adds Google My Business and fixes VK. This is not a security update.

W3 Total Cache 0.9.7.3 resolves several bugs and improves compatibility. This is not a security update.

WooCommerce 3.5.7 is a security update.

WP Mail SMTP 1.4.2 removes TGMPA. This is not a security update.

WPtouch 4.3.36 adds kinsta check. This is not a security update.

That’s all for now folks. Keep it clean out there. 😉

Regards,

Shawn K. Hall
https://SaferPC.info/
https://12PointDesign.com/

Updates 2018-12-06

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Hi, Folks!

It’s not Patch Tuesday, but Adobe, Microsoft, Apple, Google and many others have released updates this week.

“Yet another” zero-day Adobe Flash exploit is being used to actively hack computers as they browse the Internet. Most browsers have Flash baked-in now, so are actively building updates to patch this new vulnerability. While you should patch your browser, you should also disable Flash across your device and within each browser as the best defense against the lowest-hanging fruit in security today: Adobe Flash.

The typical computer should see approximately 500mb of updates. Let’s get started.

Microsoft released an out-of-cycle security update to address issues in Edge, IE and Flash (~20mb). This is a security update. A reboot is required.

Oh, btw, did you see that MS is planning to replace the engine in Edge with the same engine used by Chrome? This should help you dismiss the nagging feeling that maybe Edge might be faster or more stable than Chrome or other Chromium-based browsers.

Apple released updates for macOS Mojave 10.14.2, Security Update 2018-003 High Sierra, Security Update 2018-006 Sierra, iOS 12.1.1, Safari 12.0.2, Shortcuts 2.1.2, iCloud for Windows 7.9, iTunes 12.9.2 for Windows, tvOS 12.1.1, and watchOS 5.1.2. These are security updates. Use the Apple App Store or Apple Software Update to install the most current versions.

iOS 12.1.1 is a security update. Use Settings, General, Software Update to install the most current version.

watchOS 5.1.2 is a security update. Use your updated iPhone to install the most current version through the Watch app.
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204641

tvOS 12.1.1 is a security update. Use Settings, General, Updates to install the most current version.

Google Chrome OS 70.0.3538.110 is a security update. Use Menu, Help, About to install the most current version. A reboot is required.

Adobe Flash Player 32.0.0.101 is a security update.
Win: https://12pd.com/click?flash
Win: https://12pd.com/click?flashie
Mac: https://12pd.com/click?flashmac

Don’t forget to check your mobile devices, too! Many updates will also apply to your tablet, phone, kindle or television – so check your device-appropriate App Store and install updates.

Important Notes

Everything above this section should be checked by everyone on every computer. Chances are good that close to every single computer you touch will be affected by those updates. This is not the case with the items below, though you should still check each line item below to see if it applies to software you have installed.

Please remember that while I list many different applications within these updates, most people should ONLY install updates for a program if they already have a previous version of that program installed.

It is essential to maintain all the applications you have installed on your computer, but often you can minimize the time investment and the potential for exploitation simply by uninstalling software you do not need.

Also note that using the applications own “check for updates” function, when available, will best preserve your current settings, and often avoid any crapware that might come with a fresh installer. Use this option if it’s available to you.

Finally, if you’re sick of doing this all yourself, let me! Call or email me any time, and we can set you up with subscription SaferPC updates which will be installed each month whenever necessary. Click, call or email for more details:
https://saferpc.info/updates/
209-565-12PD
shawn@12pointdesign.com

Driver Updates

If you’re using this hardware – these updates are for you.

Display Driver Uninstaller 18.0.0.4 improves cleanup. This is not a security update.
https://www.wagnardsoft.com/display-driver-uninstaller-ddu

nVidia 417.22 improves compatibility with new hardware. This is not a security update.
https://www.nvidia.com/Download/index.aspx?lang=en-us

Browser Updates

One or more of these are likely to be of interest to everyone.

Google Chrome 71.0.3578.80 is a security update. Use Menu, Help, About to install the most current version.

Vivaldi 2.1.1337.51 is a security update. Use Menu, Help, About to install the most current version.
https://vivaldi.com/

Iridium 2018.11.70 is a security update (but still a major version behind the core chromium security patch level).
https://iridiumbrowser.de/

Email Updates

One or more of these are likely to be of interest to everyone.

Mailspring 1.5.3 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://getmailspring.com/

NK2Edit 3.38 adds select all and unselect all to the column selection window. This is not a security update.
https://www.nirsoft.net/utils/outlook_nk2_edit.html

Internet Updates

One or more of these are likely to be of interest to everyone.

Prosody 0.11.1 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://prosody.im/download/start

WinSCP 5.13.5 is a security update.
https://winscp.net/eng/index.php

FileZilla 3.39.0 resolves an empty file timestamp bug. This is not a security update.
https://filezilla-project.org/

MaxMind GeoIP Data 201812 is a data refresh.
https://dev.maxmind.com/geoip/geolite

WGet 1.20 updates libraries. This should be treated as a security update.
https://eternallybored.org/misc/wget/

Media Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

Flickr Downloadr 3.2.0.1 resolves several bugs and adds support for simultaneous downloads. This is not a security update.
https://flickrdownloadr.com/downloads/

Game Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

EA Origin 10.5.31.17411 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://www.origin.com/en-us/download

Steam 2018.11.27 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.

Office Updates

One or more of these are likely to be of interest to most people.

Paint.net 4.1.5 resolves several bugs and improves performance. This is not a security update.
https://www.getpaint.net/

Security Software Updates

One or more of these is likely to be of interest to most people.

Wireshark 2.6.5 is a security update.
https://www.wireshark.org/

OpenSSL 1.0.2q is a security update.

RogueKiller 13.0.15 resolves several bugs and adds signatures. This is not a security update.
https://www.adlice.com/softwares/roguekiller/

TDSSKiller 3.1.0.24 adds detection for new malware. This should be treated as a security update.
https://support.kaspersky.com/viruses/utility#TDSSKiller

Converter Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

MakeMKV 1.14.2 resolves several bugs and adds support for new encodings. This is not a security update.
https://www.makemkv.com/download/

DVDFab 11.0.0.7 resolves several bugs and adds support for new encodings. This is not a security update.
https://www.dvdfab.cn/download.htm

Utility Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

NTLite 1.7.1.6630 resolves a duplicate entry bug. This is not a security update.
https://www.ntlite.com/download/

GoodSync 10.9.19 changes some cosmetic information related to licensing and activation. This is not a security update.
https://12pd.com/click?goodsync

ControlMyMonitor 1.10 improves command-line support. This is not a security update.
https://www.nirsoft.net/utils/control_my_monitor.html

DesktopOK 5.79 improves performance. This is not a security update.
https://www.softwareok.com/?seite=Freeware/DesktopOK

DiskMaker X 8.0.3 resolves an updater bug. This is not a security update.
https://diskmakerx.com/

HWMonitor 1.38 resolves a bug with multiple graphics devices and adds support for newer hardware. This is not a security update.
https://www.cpuid.com/softwares/hwmonitor.html

IsMyHdOK 1.61 improves performance and output style. This is not a security update.
https://www.softwareok.com/?seite=Microsoft/IsMyHdOK

LessMSI 1.6.3 only changes metadata. This is not a security update.
https://lessmsi.activescott.com/

FileLocator Pro 8.5.2878 adds support for portable device searching and resolves a language bug. This is not a security update.
https://www.mythicsoft.com/filelocatorpro/download

FolderChangesView 2.25 vastly improves utility of program by assigning command to folder changes with metainfo from watched folder. This is not a security update.
https://www.nirsoft.net/utils/folder_changes_view.html

SearchMyFiles 2.90 adds option to include only folders. This is not a security update.
https://www.nirsoft.net/utils/search_my_files.html

USBDeview 2.78 adds an option to configure the application from the command line. This is not a security update.
https://www.nirsoft.net/utils/usb_devices_view.html

WirelessKeyView 2.06 adds an option to export all items. This is not a security update.
https://www.nirsoft.net/utils/wireless_key.html

OSForensics 6.1.1005 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://www.osforensics.com/download.html

Rufus 3.4 resolves several bugs and improves compatibility. This is not a security update.
https://rufus.ie/en_IE.html

WinScan2PDF 4.64 improves performance and WIA compatibility, and adds support for rotating every other page to resolve issues with older duplex scanners. This is not a security update.
https://www.softwareok.com/?seite=Microsoft/WinScan2PDF

Developer Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

WinMerge 2.16.0 adds x64 support, resolves several bugs, adds support for Win7+ jump list feature (really!), HiDPI support, 3-way merge, advanced search patterns, and many more. This is not a security update.
https://winmerge.org/

Node.js 11.3.0 is a security update.
https://nodejs.org/en/

SQLite 3.26.0 resolves several bugs and improves storage and sanity checks. This is not a security update.
https://www.sqlite.org/download.html

StrawberryPerl 5.28.1.1 is a security update.
https://strawberryperl.com/

Web Package Updates

These are likely to be of interest only to web developers.

Joomla 3.9.1 resolves over 40 bugs. This is not a security update.
https://www.joomla.org/

Adminer 4.7.0 improves compatibility and resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://www.adminer.org/en/

TinyMCE 4.9.1 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.
https://www.tiny.cloud/get-tiny/

Drupal 8.6.4 resolves dozens of bugs, improves i18n, improves unit testing. This is not a security update.
https://drupal.org/download

MailEnable 10.20 resolves several bugs, including SPF and SNI-compatibility improvements. This is not a security update.
https://www.mailenable.com/

Nextcloud Server 14.0.4 resolves dozens of bugs, improves sanity and security. This should be treated as a security update.
https://nextcloud.com/

ScreenConnect 6.9.21027.6898 resolves a compatibility issue on IE for guests. This is not a security update.
https://www.screenconnect.com/Download

WordPress 5.0 is a major update primarily focused on switching to Gutenberg as the default editor, adding several new design and styling features, and over 40 bug fixes. This is not a security update.
https://wordpress.org/

Autoptimize 2.4.4 resolves a cronjob editor bug. This is not a security update.

BuddyPress 4.1.0 resolves several bugs. This is not a security update.

Custom Facebook Feed 2.8 adds several new features and improves compatibility. This is not a security update.

Postie 1.9.26 resolves a category bug. This is not a security update.

WooCommerce 3.5.2 resolves several bugs, improves self-diagnostics, and improves integration. This is not a security update.

WP Mail SMTP 1.4.1 should be treated as a security update.

WPtouch 4.3.34 improves cosmetics for Gutenberg compatibility. This is not a security update.

That’s all for now folks. Keep it clean out there. 😉

Regards,

Shawn K. Hall
https://SaferPC.info/
https://12PointDesign.com/

Updates 2013-02-08

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Hi, Folks!

There must be something in the water. This week a bunch of different companies opted to release emergency security updates the week before Patch Tuesday. That is not to say they’re done for the month, but only that the issues were so severe (in many cases being actively exploited in the wild) that an emergency release was necessary. So let’s get to it.

Adobe Flash Player 11.5.502.149 is a security update, patching a vulnerability that’s being actively exploited as of last night.
https://12pd.com/click?flash
https://12pd.com/click?flashie

Adobe Flash Player for Mac OS X is also a security update.
https://12pd.com/click?flashmac

Expect an update for AIR by Patch Tuesday next week.

Java 7u13 is a security update.
https://12pd.com/click?java

Important Notes

Everything above this section should be checked by everyone on every computer. Chances are good that close to every single computer you touch will be affected by those updates. This is not the case with the items below, though you should still check each line item below to see if it applies to software you have installed.

Please remember that while I list many different applications within these updates, most people should ONLY install updates for a program if they already have a previous version of that program installed.

It is essential to maintain all the applications you have installed on your computer, but often you can minimize the time investment and the potential for exploitation simply by uninstalling software you do not need.

Also note that using the applications own “check for updates” function, when available, will best preserve your current settings, and often avoid any crapware that might come with a fresh installer. Use this option if it’s available to you.

Finally, if you’re sick of doing this all yourself, let me! Call or email me anytime, and we can set you up with subscription SaferPC updates which will be installed each month whenever necessary. Click, call or email for more details:
https://saferpc.info/updates/
209-565-12PD
shawn@12pointdesign.com

Driver Updates

If you’re using this hardware – these updates are for you.

iOS 6.1 is a security and stability update for iPhone, iPad, iPod and other devices using the Apple mobile OS. You can download the current version either through iTunes or at:
http://iphoneroot.com/firmwares/

Browser Updates

One or more of these are likely to be of interest to everyone.

Firefox 18.0.2 is a security update. Use Help, About to get the most current version.

Google Chrome 24.0.1312.57 is a security update. Use Menu, About to get the most current version.

Opera 12.14 is a security update. Use Help, About to get the most current version.

SeaMonkey 2.15.2 is a security update. Use Help, About to get the most current version.

Email Updates

One or more of these are likely to be of interest to everyone.

OutlookAttachView 2.42 adds field contraints. This is not a security update.
http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/outlook_attachment.html

Internet Updates

One or more of these are likely to be of interest to everyone.

Trillian Astra for Windows 5.3.14 corrects a number of bugs, in history, XMPP, IRC, firewall compatibility and several enhancements. This is not a security update.
http://www.trillian.im/windows/

BrowsingHistoryView 1.21 corrects a reliability bug with IE history files.
http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/browsing_history_view.html

Evernote 4.6.2.7927 corrects several stability and sync problems. This is not a security update.
http://evernote.com/download/

Google Drive 1.7.4018.3496 does not provide a changelog, so this should be treated as a security update.
https://drive.google.com/start

Codec Updates

One or more of these are likely to be of interest to everyone.

Win7 Codec Package 4.0.0 updates included codecs. To install the update, you must uninstall and reinstall the application. This is not a security update.
http://shark007.net/win7codecs.html

Win x64 Codec Support 4.0.0 updates included codecs. This update applies only to 64-bit computers, and requires either the Win7 Codec Package or the Windows Vista Codec package. This is not a security update.
http://shark007.net/x64components.html

Media Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

XBMC 12.0 is a major update. This version adds several codecs, HD Audio support, PVR & LiveTV support, h.264 10bit, and new hardware support. This is a fantastic program for media management and viewing. This is not a security update.
http://xbmc.org/

Game Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

EA Origin 9.1.12.73 provides several bug fixes. This is not a security update.
http://www.filehippo.com/download_origin/

Office Updates

One or more of these are likely to be of interest to most people.

Notepad++ 6.3 provides improvements in regex support, UDL and bug fixes. This is not a security update.
http://notepad-plus-plus.org/

Audacity 2.0.3 corrects several crash bugs, looping, resampling, accessibility issues, and other improvements. This is not a security update.
http://audacity.sourceforge.net/download/

Gimp 2.8.4 provides improvements in the GUI, docking, dialogs, save/export, layer grouping, and a number of bug fixes. This is not a security update.
http://www.gimp.org/

Scribus 1.4.2 vastly improves cross-platform portability, offers 64-bit support and includes a spellchecker. This is not a security update.
http://www.scribus.net/canvas/Scribus

Security Software Updates

One or more of these is likely to be of interest to most people.

KeePass 1.25 provides a number of bugfixes, UI improvements and other changes. This is not a security update.
http://keepass.info/

Wireshark 1.8.5 corrects a couple dozen bugs, improves support for more than 30 protocols. This is not a security update.
http://www.wireshark.org/

Capture Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

Greenshot 1.0.6.2228 is the first official and reliable release version of Greenshot. If you need to be able to do quick and simple screenshots, especially if you’ve been dealing with another application – you’ll want to check out Greenshot.
http://getgreenshot.org/

Converter Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

DVDFab 8.2.2.7 improves decryption. This is not a security update.
http://www.dvdfab.com/download.htm

Utility Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

LogMeIn adds Chrome host support, updated OpenSSL libraries, and several other improvements. This is not a security update. To get the most current version open LogMeIn, click About, Check for Updates.

RoboForm 7.8.6 provides a number of improvements, including improved activation support, GUI improvemetns, fixes to the Firefox, Opera, Chrome and Win32 implementations and finally, UTF-8 everywhere.
https://12pd.com/click?rf

Goodsync 9.4.4.4 prevents file locking during sync, improves Google Drive support, FTP, SSH and other improvements. This is not a security update.
https://12pd.com/click?goodsync

CPU-Z Installer 1.63 adds support for newer hardware and adds TDP. This is not a security update.
http://www.cpuid.com/softwares/cpu-z.html

GPU-Z 0.6.7 adds support for newer hardware, improved GUI, TMU support, and other improvements. This is not a security update.
http://www.techpowerup.com/downloads/SysInfo/GPU-Z/

CCleaner 3.27.1900 adds Metro support, Chrome v24, improved support for Firefox, Chrome extensions, Unicode text and several bug fixes. This is not a security update.
http://www.piriform.com/ccleaner

Autoruns 11.42 fixes a bug in the parsing of network file paths introduced in 11.41. This is not a security update.
http://sysinternals.com/

Handle 3.51 fixes a bug in its file share drive letter formatting. This is not a security update.
http://sysinternals.com/

Movefile 1.01 now correctly handles 64-bit system paths. This is not a security update.
http://sysinternals.com/

Pendmoves 1.2 adds support for 64-bit directories. This is not a security update.
http://sysinternals.com/

Procdump 5.13 now supports triggers for when process CPU usage, memory consumption or arbitrary performance counters fall below a specified value. This is not a security update.
http://sysinternals.com/

Process Explorer 15.3 includes heat-map display for process CPU, private bytes, working set and GPU columns, sortable security groups in the process properties security page, and tooltip reporting of tasks executing in Windows 8 Taskhostex processes. It also creates dump files that match the bitness of the target process and works around a bug introduced in Windows 8 disk counter reporting. This is not a security update.
http://sysinternals.com/

Sigcheck 1.91 prints the link time for executable files instead of the file last-modified time, and fixes a bug introduced in 1.9 where the –q switch didn’t suppress the print out of the banner. This is not a security update.
http://sysinternals.com/

Zoomit 4.42 now includes an option to suppress zoom-in and zoom-out animation to better support remote RDP sessions and fixes a bug that caused static zoom to snap to the top and left side of the screen in some cases. This is not a security update.
http://sysinternals.com/

RapidEE 7.1 build 845 updates 3rd party components and corrects an AV error. This should be treated as a security update.
http://www.rapidee.com/en/download

USBDeview 2.21 adds the ability to enable/disable/remove devices. This is not a security update.
http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/usb_devices_view.html

WakeMeOnLan 1.48 updates the internal MAC addresses database. This is not a security update.
http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/wake_on_lan.html

Wireless Network Watcher 1.57 updates the internal MAC addresses database. This is not a security update.
http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/wireless_network_watcher.html

Developer Updates

These are unlikely to be of interest to most people.

Inno Setup 5.5.3 provides a number of bugfixes and several new features, including restart manager, improved 64-bit compatibility, portable app support, and Windows 8 improvements. This is not a security update.
http://www.jrsoftware.org/isdl.php

WinMerge 2.14.0 is the first update in almost 4 years and removes ANSI support, improving startup time, linefilters, color organization, 3rd party libraries and various bugfixes. This is not a security update.
http://winmerge.org/

Web Package Updates

These are likely to be of interest only to web developers.

phpMyAdmin 3.5.6 corrects several bugs. This is not a security update.
http://www.phpmyadmin.net/home_page/news.php

Adminer 3.6.3 improves display, corrects several bugs. This is a security update.
http://www.adminer.org/en/

Drupal 7.19 is a security update.
http://drupal.org/download

Movable Type 5.2.3 fixes a minor upgrade bug. This is not a security update.
http://www.movabletype.org/download.html

OpenCart 1.5.5 adds several new features, including improved filters and upgrade system. This is not a security update.
http://www.opencart.com/

SMF 2.0.4 is a security update.
http://download.simplemachines.org/

WordPress 3.5.1 is a security update. Use the WP updater to get the most current version.

bbPress 2.2.4 is a security update. Use the WP updater to get the most current version.

BuddyPress 1.6.4 is a security update. Use the WP updater to get the most current version.

Contact Form 7 3.3.3 corrects two bugs, provides additional language translations. This is not a security update. Use the WP updater to get the most current version.

Developer 1.1.2 corrects a couple bugs and adds a French translation. This is not a security update. Use the WP updater to get the most current version.

Smart YouTube 4.2.0 updates included libraries. This is not a security update. Use the WP updater to get the most current version.

WPtouch 1.9.6.1 adds BlackBerry 10 support. This is not a security update. Use the WP updater to get the most current version.

MailEnable 6.79 corrects a number of minor bugs. This is not a security update.
http://www.mailenable.com/

That’s all for now folks. Keep it clean out there. 😉

Regards,

Shawn K. Hall
https://SaferPC.info/
https://12PointDesign.com/