I first looked at using SVG in web sites about 5 or 6 years ago. At that time, a special browser plugin was needed to view an SVG and the javascript tools were not developed. I abandoned that first effort, even though the benefits of SVG were obvious. Flash to today: All of the current versions of the major browsers support SVG and the tools to manipulate the image are ready for general usage.
Adobe’s products have received recent scrutiny from the security community. In fact, many have suggested that their products will be the main target for malware in 2010. Why? Well Adobe’s Acrobat Reader and Shockwave are very widely distributed and many vulnerabilities are being discovered which often remain unpatched for a while. Adobe has some improving to do.
In the meantime, you can protect yourself somewhat and still use Acrobat Reader. These steps do not guarantee your safety but do reduce your risk profile.
