POC code that affects OS 10.5.6

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can somebody help me understand about this new finding that affects mac os the latest one?

Mac OS X Proof Of Concept Exploit Code Published -- Mac OS X -- InformationWeek

this really bothers me....are we goin to be affected by virus soon? i cannot comprehend because the article is too technical...im deeply worried because mine is the latest os which is macbook alum OS 10.5.6...and i have no idea whats lurking around us ...(those dam viruses)...thanks...
 

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I wouldn't worry about it. No kernel is perfect and just because something can be done/exploited doesn't mean it will. Just be a safe computer user.
 
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okay...point taken...we just have to be cautious...
 
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And remember not to download a codec from suspicious web sites and do not provide user info to complete any web download.
 

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