CVE-2013-0402: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Mar 08 2013(Updated: )
Heap-based buffer overflow in the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) component in Oracle Java SE 7 Update 17 and earlier and JavaFX 2.2.7 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors related to JavaFX, as demonstrated by VUPEN during a Pwn2Own competition at CanSecWest 2013.
Credit: secalert_us@oracle.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Oracle JavaFX | <=2.2.7 | |
| Oracle JDK 6 | =1.7.0-update17 | |
| Oracle Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.7.0-update17 |
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Reference Links
- http://h30499.www3.hp.com/t5/HP-Security-Research-Blog/Pwn2Own-2013/ba-p/5981157
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2013-0757.html
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/javacpuapr2013-1928497.html
- http://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/alerts/TA13-107A
- http://www.zdnet.com/pwn2own-down-go-all-the-browsers-7000012283/
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A15728
- https://twitter.com/thezdi/status/309484730506698752
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-0402?
CVE-2013-0402 has been assigned a high severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2013-0402?
To fix CVE-2013-0402, upgrade to Oracle Java SE 7 Update 21 or later, or update JavaFX to version 2.2.8 or later.
Which versions of Oracle software are affected by CVE-2013-0402?
CVE-2013-0402 affects Oracle Java SE 7 Update 17 and earlier, as well as JavaFX 2.2.7 and earlier.
Can CVE-2013-0402 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2013-0402 can be exploited remotely through unspecified vectors related to JavaFX.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2013-0402?
CVE-2013-0402 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the Java Runtime Environment.
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