A week ago, a significant security
exposure in OpenSSL called “Heartbleed” was
disclosed. The Heartbleed bug, which was introduced into OpenSSL more than two
years ago by a developer submitting code to fix bugs, allows random bits of
memory to be retrieved from impacted servers.
Open SSL is used on web servers,
email servers, virtual private network (VPN) systems and some client
applications, proving how widespread this threat can be. It compromises
security for many systems that connect over the Internet.
Since its
exposure, Emerge has been taking this risk seriously and giving
our utmost attention to this security issue.
All Emerge managed service customers have been checked by primary
engineers for vulnerability and any available patches have been installed.
Below is a listing of important
details and links:
- Mashable has
compiled a list of popular services that are affected.
- As a best practice, change your
passwords on websites and web based applications.
- If you use an Android mobile
device, install Lookout’s Heartbleed Detector to verify if your
phone is affected.
- If you are interested in
additional technical information, InfoWorld
has an informative article.
- Please follow these links for
the most recent vendor updates:
Please contact Emerge
Network Operations or your Account Manager if you have any questions.
859-746-1030
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