Apple blocks Java on Macs over security flaws; Apple's decision to block Mac computers from running programs that use Oracle's Java programming language has had some unintended consequences.

A patch for this was issued by Oracle on January 13, and Apple's XProtect plug-in update should ensure that Java users are running this latest, patched version.

Apple's decision to block Java on Mac computers is creating havoc for many businesses that need it enabled to submit their businesses activity statements to the Taxation Office.

Apple blocks Java on Macs due to vulnerabilities. 14:19, Feb 01 2013. Some Mac users were taken by ...

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