CVE-2012-0497: Critical severity oracle java se vulnerability

Published Feb 15, 2012
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Updated

Unspecified vulnerability in the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) component in Oracle Java SE 7 Update 2 and earlier, and 6 Update 30 and earlier, allows remote attackers to affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability via unknown vectors related to 2D.

Affected Software

31 affected components
ORACLE JRE<=1.6.0
ORACLE JRE=1.6.0-update22
ORACLE JRE=1.6.0-update23
ORACLE JRE=1.6.0-update24
ORACLE JRE=1.6.0-update25
ORACLE JRE=1.6.0-update26
ORACLE JRE=1.6.0-update27
ORACLE JRE=1.6.0-update29
Sun JRE=1.6.0
Sun JRE=1.6.0-update_1
Sun JRE=1.6.0-update_10
Sun JRE=1.6.0-update_11
Sun JRE=1.6.0-update_12
Sun JRE=1.6.0-update_13
Sun JRE=1.6.0-update_14
Sun JRE=1.6.0-update_15
Sun JRE=1.6.0-update_16
Sun JRE=1.6.0-update_17
Sun JRE=1.6.0-update_18
Sun JRE=1.6.0-update_19
Sun JRE=1.6.0-update_2
Sun JRE=1.6.0-update_20
Sun JRE=1.6.0-update_21
Sun JRE=1.6.0-update_3
Sun JRE=1.6.0-update_4
Sun JRE=1.6.0-update_5
Sun JRE=1.6.0-update_6
Sun JRE=1.6.0-update_7
ORACLE JRE<=1.7.0
ORACLE JRE=1.7.0
ORACLE JRE=1.7.0-update1

Event History

Feb 15, 2012
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2012-0497?

The severity of CVE-2012-0497 is considered moderate due to its impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2012-0497?

To fix CVE-2012-0497, update your Java Runtime Environment to a version higher than 7 Update 2 or 6 Update 30.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2012-0497?

CVE-2012-0497 affects Oracle Java SE 7 Update 2 and earlier, and Java SE 6 Update 30 and earlier.

4

What type of attacks can exploit CVE-2012-0497?

CVE-2012-0497 allows remote attackers to exploit the vulnerability through unspecified vectors that target 2D components.

5

Is CVE-2012-0497 a known issue in Java Runtime Environment?

Yes, CVE-2012-0497 is a recognized vulnerability in older versions of the Java Runtime Environment.

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