10.5.7 Is Here...

[Vincent Ferrari]

<div class='os_post_top_link'><a href='http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3397' target='_blank'>http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3397</a><br /><br /></div><p><em>"The 10.5.7 Update is recommended for Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard and includes general operating system fixes that enhance the stability, compatibility and security of your Mac. For detailed information about security updates, please visit <a href="http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1222" target="_blank">this website</a>."</em></p><p><em><img height="298" src="http://images.thoughtsmedia.com/resizer/thumbs/size/600/at/auto/1242181396.usr18053.jpg" width="299" /></em></p><p><em></em>Nothing in this update too compelling for me; for the most part I'm not needing any of the fixes offered.&nbsp; I'll upgrade anyway, but this one seems like a relatively minor one to me.&nbsp; Maybe I'm missing something?</p>

[doogald]

Malicious code execution exploits in Safari 4 beta, Safari 3, CoreGraphics when opening PDF files, multiple vulnerabilities in Flash player plug-in, a local user can obtain system privileges in the kernel, etc.?

I'd surely update!

(I have, everything seems to be running fine so far.)

[Islanti]

Here (http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3397) are the non-security fixes (emphasis of the highlights mine):
General
Includes latest security fixes.
Includes additional RAW image support for several third-party cameras.
Improves performance of video playback and cursor movements for recent Macs with NVIDIA graphics.
Resolves an issue with Dvorak keyboard layout in Mac OS X 10.5.6.
Improves the reliability and accuracy of Unit Converter, Stocks, Weather and Movies Dashboard widgets.
Addresses a situation that may cause issues when logging into Gmail.
Improves reliability when syncing contacts with Yahoo!.
Expansion Slot Utility for Mac Pro now reports the correct PCIe slot configuration.
Improves network performance when connected to certain Ethernet switches that have Flow Control enabled.
Improves stability for network home directories hosted by Mac OS X Server v10.4.
Improves Finder search results for network volumes that may not support Spotlight searching, such as Mac OS X Server v10.4, Time Capsule, and third-party AFP servers.
Includes several improvements to Directory Service and Client Management.
iCal
Improves overall reliability with CalDav.
Improves reliability when automatically syncing with MobileMe.
Mail
Addresses reliability and sync issues with Notes.
Addresses an issue that may cause the BCC field to populate incorrectly when redirecting a message from the Sent mailbox.
Parental Controls
Improves consistency with Parental Controls and application restrictions.
Addresses an issue in which time limits may not work properly with full-screen games and Fast User Switching.
Printing
Resolves an issue that may cause certain third-party printers to print to the incorrect paper tray.
Non-admin user accounts can now be allowed to add and remove printers by enabling Parental Controls and selecting "Can administer printers".
Includes other printing reliability and stability improvements.

[doogald]

One thing that I noticed yesterday is that if you are running the Safari 4 beta, there is a second update that is available after you install the 10.5.7 update. That particular update is not packaged with 10.5.7.