Permanent Fix for ActiveX Internet Explorer Patch relating to Eolas Patent Posted by Jeff

Over the last week or so the new security patch for Microsoft Internet Explorer has been rolling out to millions of PC's around the world. Included in this security patch is the court mandated changes to the ActiveX browser plugin technology due to a patent held by Eolas. This isn't "news" exactly, as it has been known to be pending since 2003.

Microsoft has released a temporary patch to undo the security patch changes for 60 days, which is intended to give corporations and developers a chance to update their intranet and internet sites and software to comply with newer techniques. Sixty days isn't a long time, however, and it is obvious that only a handful of the most trafficked sites will incorporate changes to accomodate this issue. So a more permanent solution is desirable for the common web user.

The permanent fix for this problem is freely available from Mozilla, and should ensure smooth surfing unencumbered by proprietary/patent issues for years to come.

Information about the Fix from Mozilla