CVE-2012-1541: Use After Free
Unspecified vulnerability in the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) component in Oracle Java SE 7 through Update 11 and 6 through Update 38 allows remote attackers to affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability via unknown vectors related to Deployment, a different vulnerability than other CVEs listed in the February 2013 CPU. NOTE: the previous information is from the February 2013 CPU. Oracle has not commented on claims from a third party that the issue is due to an interaction error in between the JRE plug-in for WebKit-based browsers and the Javascript engine, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by modifying DOM nodes that contain applet elements in a way that triggers an incorrect reference count and a use after free.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-1541?
CVE-2012-1541 has been classified as affecting confidentiality, integrity, and availability, indicating a potentially high severity.
How do I fix CVE-2012-1541?
To fix CVE-2012-1541, it is recommended to update the Java Runtime Environment to the latest version available from Oracle.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2012-1541?
CVE-2012-1541 affects Oracle Java SE 7 through Update 11 and Java SE 6 through Update 38.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-1541?
CVE-2012-1541 is an unspecified vulnerability in the Java Runtime Environment component.
Can CVE-2012-1541 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2012-1541 allows remote attackers to exploit the system via unknown vectors.