CVE-2009-0794: Integer Overflow
First published: Thu Mar 26 2009(Updated: )
Integer overflow in the PulseAudioTargetDataL class in src/java/org/classpath/icedtea/pulseaudio/PulseAudioTargetDataLine.java in Pulse-Java, as used in OpenJDK 1.6.0.0 and other products, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (applet crash) via a crafted Pulse Audio source data line.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| OpenJDK 1.7.0 Headless | =1.6.0.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://mail.openjdk.java.net/pipermail/distro-pkg-dev/2009-February/004729.html
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=485049
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=492367
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34623
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2009:137
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2009:162
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/0965
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/50383
- https://www.redhat.com/archives/fedora-package-announce/2009-April/msg00203.html
- https://www.redhat.com/archives/fedora-package-announce/2009-April/msg00204.html
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-0794?
CVE-2009-0794 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to a denial of service due to an integer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2009-0794?
To fix CVE-2009-0794, you should update to a patched version of OpenJDK that addresses the integer overflow vulnerability.
What products are affected by CVE-2009-0794?
CVE-2009-0794 affects OpenJDK 1.6.0.0 and any applications that utilize the PulseAudioTargetDataLine class from Pulse-Java.
What type of attack does CVE-2009-0794 allow?
CVE-2009-0794 allows remote attackers to execute a denial of service attack leading to applet crashes.
Is CVE-2009-0794 exploitable over the network?
Yes, CVE-2009-0794 can be exploited remotely as it involves a crafted Pulse Audio source data line.
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