The latest version is called Java 6 Update 15. It includes patches for "one or more security vulnerabilities," according to the nearly-incomprehensible-to-mere-mortals release notes.
You can see which version of Java you have installed by visiting this page. The test may takes a little time to run, and it may look like nothing is happening for a bit. Just be patient.
Chances are, once you visit that page, you'll be notified that an update is available and you'll be walked through the process. If not, and you don't have the latest version, you can click the download link at the top of that same page. Or, visit this page to download the new version directly and look for "Java SE Runtime Environment (JRE) JRE 6 Update 15."
In either case, once you get to the actual installation process, be aware that Java would also like to install a trial version of Carbonite, an online backup utility. Uncheck that box before clicking "Next" if you don't want this installed. I believe it's the second screen of the installation process.
If you use Firefox, you'll probably see a message the next time you start Firefox, telling you that a new version of an add-on has been installed. This is the Java Quick Launch add-on, which is supposed to make Java itself launch faster when you visit a page that requires Java.
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