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    Limewire vulnerabilities

    Guys i read from a limewire pro version's read me file ( Version Limewire 4.1.2 - 4.5.6) that "Recent versions of the LimeWire client contain vulnerabilities that allow a remote user access
    to many or all files on a users machine. LimeWire is a popular client for the
    Gnutella filesharing network.
    Linux and Windows platforms are both vulnerable."

    is this true if so how can i protect my files from being downloaded b others is this possibl eonly during a session of limewire or even if i am connected to the net and not using Limewire
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    and.. I am so sorry i just now saw SDK 's post. but i still want to know is there any way to protect my files???
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    LimeWire Chief Technology Officer Greg Bildson said the Cornell team notified the company of the flaw several weeks ago, and that the software has already been updated and a patch released to users. Any consumers who have not already updated their software should do so as soon as they come online, he added
    http://news.zdnet.com/2100-1009_22-5618949.html

    Go to Limewire
    http://www.limewire.com/english/content/home.shtml

    Click on get it now or go through downloads.

    Download new version.

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    really thanks for the link.....
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    I use limewire and was wondring is it safe on a mac?

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    Did you update to this like it says on LimeWire's site?

    Mac Classic users, please upgrade to 4.0.10.
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