For over a week, there has been an active malware exploit against Mac users with the unpatched version of Java. This Java update for Mac provides an update that Windows users have had for months. If you don't use Java, TURN IT OFF! Oracle and Apple are NOT providing Mac Java updates in a timely manner. Java is occasionally useful.īad: Java is now one of the most INSECURE Internet technologies. Good: This CRUCIAL Java update patches an active exploit against Macs. (Similar to my review re: The 10.7 version):