CVE-2009-3728: Path Traversal
First published: Wed Oct 21 2009(Updated: )
Directory traversal vulnerability in the ICC_Profile.getInstance method in Java Runtime Environment (JRE) in Sun Java SE 5.0 before Update 22 and 6 before Update 17, and OpenJDK, allows remote attackers to determine the existence of local International Color Consortium (ICC) profile files via a .. (dot dot) in a pathname, aka Bug Id 6631533.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.6.0-update_3 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.6.0-update8 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.5.0-update18 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.5.0-update2 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.6.0-update16 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.6.0-update_1 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.5.0-update13 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.6.0-update_2 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.6.0-update11 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.5.0-update12 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.5.0-update8 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.5.0-update16 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.6.0-update14 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.5.0-update21 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.6.0-update5 | |
| OpenJDK 1.7.0 Headless | ||
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.5.0-update11 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.5.0-update15 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.6.0-update7 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.6.0-update10 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.5.0-update7 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.6.0-update9 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.5.0-update3 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.5.0-update20 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.5.0-update5 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.5.0-update14 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.5.0-update6 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.6.0-update6 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.5.0-update9 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.5.0-update1 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.6.0-update4 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.5.0-update19 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.5.0-update10 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.6.0-update12 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.5.0-update4 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.6.0-update15 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.6.0-update13 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.5.0-update17 |
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Reference Links
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=530098
- http://java.sun.com/j2se/1.5.0/ReleaseNotes.html
- http://java.sun.com/javase/6/webnotes/6u17.html
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200911-02.xml
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/Dec/msg00000.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/Dec/msg00001.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3970
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37581
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3969
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37386
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2010:084
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A6657
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A10520
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2009-1560.html
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2009-1571.html
- http://admin.fedoraproject.org/updates/java-1.6.0-openjdk-1.6.0.0-33.b16.fc12
- http://admin.fedoraproject.org/updates/java-1.6.0-openjdk-1.6.0.0-23.b16.fc10
- http://admin.fedoraproject.org/updates/java-1.6.0-openjdk-1.6.0.0-30.b16.fc11
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2009-1584.html
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2009-1662.html
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-3728?
CVE-2009-3728 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow remote attackers to access and determine local file paths.
How do I fix CVE-2009-3728?
To mitigate CVE-2009-3728, upgrade to the latest version of the Java Runtime Environment or apply the recommended patches for affected versions.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2009-3728?
CVE-2009-3728 affects Sun Java SE 5.0 before Update 22 and 6 before Update 17, along with certain versions of OpenJDK.
What kind of attacks can exploit CVE-2009-3728?
CVE-2009-3728 can be exploited by remote attackers to perform directory traversal attacks, potentially exposing sensitive file information.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2009-3728 if I cannot update?
A potential workaround for CVE-2009-3728 includes restricting access to the affected file areas while planning for a proper upgrade.
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