CVE-2009-1102: Code Injection

Published Mar 25, 2009
·
Updated

Unspecified vulnerability in the Virtual Machine in Java SE Development Kit (JDK) and Java Runtime Environment (JRE) 6 Update 12 and earlier allows remote attackers to access files and execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors related to "code generation."

Affected Software

1 affected component
Sun Java

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Compensating control

    Restrict network access to systems running JDK/JRE 6 Update 12 and earlier (for example, apply firewall rules, network segmentation, or WAF policies) and isolate them from untrusted networks until a vendor-provided fix is available.

  2. Operational

    Identify and inventory all systems running Java SE Development Kit (JDK) or Java Runtime Environment (JRE) 6 Update 12 and earlier.

Event History

Mar 25, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:30 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-1102?

CVE-2009-1102 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2009-1102?

To address CVE-2009-1102, users should upgrade to the latest version of Java SE Development Kit or Java Runtime Environment that is not affected by this vulnerability.

3

What type of attackers can exploit CVE-2009-1102?

CVE-2009-1102 can be exploited by remote attackers who can send specially crafted input to the affected Java installations.

4

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2009-1102?

The impacts of CVE-2009-1102 may include unauthorized access to local files and execution of arbitrary code on the victim's machine.

5

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2009-1102?

CVE-2009-1102 affects Java SE Development Kit (JDK) and Java Runtime Environment (JRE) 6 Update 12 and earlier.

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