Adobe Reader and RealPlayer Security Update

Security Vulnerabilities in RealPlayer and Adobe Reader for Windows - USER ACTION REQUIRED

Macintosh users are not affected by these vulnerabilities.

Two patches were recently released to fix vulnerabilities in RealPlayer and Adobe Reader, which are programs commonly used on campus desktop computers. We are unable to update these programs remotely, so individual users must update their own computer. It is highly recommended that you patch your machine immediately. These vulnerabilities are currently being exploited in the wild and could very well affect you.

Please follow the instructions listed below.

RealPlayer for Windows
Real confirmed a vulnerability in many versions of RealPlayer for Windows that allows remote attackers to take control of an unsuspecting computer. They released this statement:

http://service.real.com/realplayer/security/191007_player/en/

It is recommended that you follow the instructions listed in their statement.
We have additional instructions here:
http://www.csuchico.edu/usrv/software/realupdate.shtml

Adobe Reader for Windows
Adobe confirmed a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on an unsuspecting computer. They released this statement:

http://www.adobe.com/support/security/bulletins/apsb07-18.html

To patch your computer, open Adobe Reader, click the help menu, then click Check for updates now…
We have full instructions here:
http://www.csuchico.edu/usrv/software/adobereader.shtml