CVE-2009-1105: High severity Sun Java vulnerability

Published Mar 25, 2009

Updated

The Java Plug-in in Java SE Development Kit (JDK) and Java Runtime Environment (JRE) 6 Update 12, 11, and 10 allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a trusted applet to run in an older JRE version, which can be used to exploit vulnerabilities in that older version, aka CR 6706490.

Affected Software

1 affected component

Sun Java

Remediation

Patch Available

http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-66-254611-1

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

RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2009-1105?

CVE-2009-1105 is classified as a critical vulnerability allowing remote attackers to exploit older versions of the Java Runtime Environment.

How do I fix CVE-2009-1105?

To fix CVE-2009-1105, upgrade to the latest version of the Java Runtime Environment that is no longer vulnerable.

What systems are affected by CVE-2009-1105?

CVE-2009-1105 affects the Java SE Development Kit and Java Runtime Environment versions 6 Update 12, 11, and 10.

What kind of attack is possible with CVE-2009-1105?

CVE-2009-1105 allows user-assisted remote attackers to run a trusted applet in an older and vulnerable JRE version.

Is CVE-2009-1105 a zero-day vulnerability?

CVE-2009-1105 was discovered and reported in 2009 but not necessarily classified as a zero-day, as it is related to outdated software.