Java on Yosemite - Security Vulnerabilities

[Tucom]

Hi,

I'm starting college again soon, and unfortunately the Cisco WebEX chat plug is requirement that also requires the installation of Java

I'm almost considering purchasing another Mac/PC just to for this alone, but I REALLY don't have the funds for that

Now, is there really anything to be concerned about security wise with Java on Yosemite? Is there really nothing to worry about and is it able to be uninstalled cleanly enough that wouldn't warrant a re-installation of the entire Yosemite OS?

 

[GGJstudios]

I would certainly make sure Java is not enabled in your browser, until you visit a trusted site that requires it. Also, be sure to read the What security steps should I take? section of the Mac Virus/Malware FAQ for tips on practicing safe computing.

 

[Tucom]

Unfortunately it appears that Java will be required to be enabled by my browser, hence the Cisco WebEX plug in (and Berklee's setup is all browser based).

I'll check out those links, thanks.

 

[GGJstudios]

Unfortunately it appears that Java will be required to be enabled by my browser, hence the Cisco WebEX plug in (and Berklee's setup is all browser based).

I'll check out those links, thanks.

Be sure to disable it in your browser each time you leave their site, as Java has been a vector for malware in the past.

 

[dyt1983]

edit: To remove personally identifying information not relevant to the thread.

 

[chrfr]

Hi,

I'm starting college again soon, and unfortunately the Cisco WebEX chat plug is requirement that also requires the installation of Java

Are you certain it's still required?

Starting with Mac OS X 10.7, Apple no longer offers Java as part of the Mac operating system. Since WebEx had previously relied on the Java browser plugin to automatically download the meeting application for first-time users, those who did not have Java installed found it difficult to join a meeting. The dependency on Java has been removed. Instead, the user is asked to install a small plugin that, once installed, handles the rest of the meeting application installation and then starts the meeting.

From this page: https://support.webex.com/MyAccountWeb/knowledgeBase.do?articleId=WBX4830