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16 Dec 2008
Apple has posted an update for the latest version of Mac OS X, addressing a number of stability and security issues. The company is advising all users to install the OS X 10.5.6 update immediately.
Among the stability fixes are updates for iChat, Mail, Safari and Time Machine. Problems range from application errors, to stability issues and slow operation.
Other bugs addressed by the fix include Parental Control problems with the iTunes store, and graphics distortion issues with ATI graphic cards.
The security fixes in the update cover 21 flaws. Applications addressed in the update include the Mac Flash player plug-in and the OS X kernel. Impacts of the vulnerabilities range from information disclosure and application crashes, to the ability to remotely execute code on a targeted system.
Users can obtain the update automatically through the OS X Software Update component or manually at the Apple Support Downloads site.
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Breaks more than it fixes
Before installing this update my system worked perfectly. After the update, I started having graphics distortion problems (one of the very issues this update was supposed to cure!) and my Mac freezes after using for around an hour. Currently trying to roll back to 10.5.5. I'd recommend you backup your system before installing this update!
Posted by: Jay 24 Jan 2009
PROBLEM WITH UPDATE
After performing this update, my Mac will not start nor stay operating on the battery power. When I disconnect the power plub the system shuts down. Beware!!
Posted by: Jim H 18 Dec 2008