InfoWorld

Java’s security dilemma: Old, vulnerable versions won’t go away

There are some ways to get rid of older Java versions, but there's no easy path to doing so Users of Java are caught between a rock and a hard place. They often need an older version of Java to run ...
Cult of Mac

‘Flashback.G’ Trojan Is Infecting Macs With Older Java Runtime Software To Steal Your Personal Data

Intego, the company behind the popular VirusBarrier security software for the Mac, has uncovered a new trojan horse called ‘Flashback.G’ that infects Macs running older versions of Java Runtime. The ...
Lifehacker

JavaRa Updates and Removes Old and Redundant Java Versions

Windows only: Tiny utility JavaRa cleans up older or redundant versions of the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) that might be littering up your PC, and optionally updates to the latest version. It's a ...
Computerworld

Oracle urges removal of older Java versions due to security risks

Company points users to latest Java update, with most recent features, fixes, and performance improvements Oracle, in making Java Platform, Standard Edition (SE) 7 the default runtime environment for ...
InfoWorld

Oracle urges removal of older Java versions due to security risks

Oracle, in making Java Platform, Standard Edition (SE) 7 the default runtime environment for Java this week, is emphasizing that older versions of Java be removed for security purposes. The company ...