4D, Inc., issues 4D WebSTAR V update that protects against HFS+ volume security weakness

SAN JOSE, Calif., December 15, 2004 - 4D, Inc., a leading maker of software solutions that simplify the process of developing and deploying database applications, today issued a 4D WebSTAR V update to address a security vulnerability recently discovered on Mac OSX HFS+ volumes. This security update prevents the potential use of the 4D WebSTAR V Web server to retrieve hidden file contents from within Web site folders. The update can be downloaded from:

http://www.4d.com/products/downloads_4dws.html

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About 4D, Inc.

Located in San Jose, California, 4D Inc. is the U.S. distributor of 4th Dimension (4D), 4D Business Kit, and 4D WebSTAR Server Suite. 4D is an award-winning, tightly integrated suite of Windows and Mac OS, Web-embedded development tools for business solutions. 4D WebSTAR Server Suite V is a fast, secure and extensible server suite for Mac OS X, best known for easy administration. 4D, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of 4D SA.

Further information can be found at http://www.4D.com/.