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Adobe Reader, Acrobat and Flash Critical Updates

Posted on March 23rd, 2011

GSA Reference Number: AD110323-01

Simply Put: Adobe has released critical updates for its Reader, Acrobat, and Flash products.  High-risk vulnerabilities are present in these applications that could allow for remote code execution.  Gladiator recommends that institutions roll out these patches to all of their vulnerable workstations and servers as soon as possible.

March Microsoft Patch Tuesday

Posted on March 9th, 2011

Microsoft has announced three new patches today to fix three vulnerabilities, including one that could allow remote code execution.  One patch is rated Critical by Microsoft and affects Microsoft Windows.  The two other patches are rated Important by Microsoft and affects Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office.  Gladiator recommends that users with impacted systems apply all Critical patches immediately. Detailed information regarding the patches can be found in Microsoft’s March Security Bulletin.  Summary information is included below: