I frequently get notices that Flash Player needs an update â€" why does it need so many new versions Can I skip some updates
Adobe updates its Flash, Reader and Acrobat software for several reasons, including bug fixes, performance improvements and security issues. While the Flash Player is a common plug-in that Web browsers use to display video and animation, the program has become a popular target for hackers.
To fix vulnerabilities in the software when they are discovered, Adobe releases security updates for its programs as needed to keep computers protected. For the curious, Adobe’s site has a page that explains what each new security update addresses. Hackers have also disguised malicious software as updates to Adobe programs, so you may want to check Adobe’s site anyway to make sure the software-update notice you have received is legitimate.
