CVE-2013-0441: 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 vectors related to CORBA, a different vulnerability than CVE-2013-1476 and CVE-2013-1475. NOTE: the previous information is from the February 2013 CPU. Oracle has not commented on claims from another vendor that this issue allows remote attackers to bypass Java sandbox restrictions via certain methods that should not be serialized, aka "missing serialization restriction."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-0441?
CVE-2013-0441 has a critical severity rating due to its potential impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability of affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2013-0441?
To fix CVE-2013-0441, update the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) or Java Development Kit (JDK) to the latest version provided by Oracle.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2013-0441?
CVE-2013-0441 affects Oracle Java SE versions 5.0 to 7, including specific updates of JRE and JDK as stated in the advisory.
Can I use older Java versions without being affected by CVE-2013-0441?
No, using older versions of Java, particularly those stated in CVE-2013-0441, leaves systems vulnerable to this and other known exploits.
Is CVE-2013-0441 exploited in the wild?
Yes, CVE-2013-0441 was reported to be actively exploited in the wild, making it crucial to apply updates immediately.