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    Hackers are using a weakness in Java to insert mal code to possibly steal personal data.

    Experts believe hackers have found a flaw in Java's coding that creates an opening for criminal activity and other high-tech mischief.
    http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-205_162-...java-software/

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    I removed Java from my computer, I will wait till they get it all sorted before I re-install.
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    I'd be more worried about your mobile phone being hacked by this java exploit, than your laptop.

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    The other day I had an email from the tax software company that I did a user id recovery. Clearly did not.
    I called them up which was a bit of a nightmare in itself. Not sure if it related but its rather troubling.

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    Good overview from the govt about how to lock down various browsers, etc along with more detailed info on the exploit:

    http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA13-010A.html
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