CVE-2013-0426: Critical severity oracle jre vulnerability
Unspecified vulnerability in the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) component in Oracle Java SE 7 through Update 11, 6 through Update 38, 5.0 through Update 38, and 1.4.240 and earlier, and OpenJDK 6 and 7, allows remote attackers to affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability via unknown vectors related to Libraries, a different vulnerability than CVE-2013-0425 and CVE-2013-0428. NOTE: the previous information is from the February 2013 CPU. Oracle has not commented on claims from another vendor that this issue is related to incorrect "access control checks" in the logging API that allow remote attackers to bypass Java sandbox restrictions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-0426?
The severity of CVE-2013-0426 is considered critical due to potential impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
How do I fix CVE-2013-0426?
To fix CVE-2013-0426, update your Java Runtime Environment (JRE) or Java Development Kit (JDK) to the latest version provided by Oracle.
What versions are affected by CVE-2013-0426?
CVE-2013-0426 affects Oracle Java SE 7 through Update 11, 6 through Update 38, 5.0 through Update 38, and versions 1.4.2_40 and earlier.
Can CVE-2013-0426 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2013-0426 can potentially be exploited remotely by attackers.
What component does CVE-2013-0426 affect?
CVE-2013-0426 affects the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) component of Oracle Java.