🚨 Critical Firefox update recommended: Patch vulnerability now! 🚨

gilgi
gilgi Administrator, Moderator, Internal Posts: 284 admin
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A major security issue (CVE-2024-9680) has been discovered in Firefox, putting users at risk of attacks. This vulnerability can allow hackers to take control of your system, making it crucial to update your browser immediately.

What you can do:

  • Update Firefox to version 131.0.2 (or newer).
  • Update Firefox ESR to version 128.3.1 or 115.16.1.

Atera users: Easy update

You can quickly patch this vulnerability through Atera’s Software Update feature in IT Automation Profiles. Make sure Mozilla Firefox is in the list and let Atera handle the rest.

Stay safe—don’t wait! Ensure your devices are protected from this critical threat. Learn more here.

Comments

  • doug
    doug Member Posts: 5 ✭
    edited October 18

    Can Atera update it if it exists? (And not install it if it doesnt?)

  • gilgi
    gilgi Administrator, Moderator, Internal Posts: 284 admin

    You can update through Atera, yes - the link at the bottom specifies more -
    https://support.atera.com/hc/en-us/articles/16418275838108-Mozilla-security-flaw-CVE-2024-9680

  • derek
    derek Member Posts: 37 ✭✭✭

    Does the original version have to have been installed via chocolaty in order to work ?

  • gilgi
    gilgi Administrator, Moderator, Internal Posts: 284 admin

    Yes, using the automated software patching option will work, as it supports Mozilla Firefox installation.

  • derek
    derek Member Posts: 37 ✭✭✭

    Ok thanks, I don't use chocolaty so it wont work for me,

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