CVE-2013-1476: 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-2013-0441 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 value handler constructors."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-1476?
CVE-2013-1476 is classified as a critical vulnerability, affecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems using impacted versions of Oracle Java and OpenJDK.
How do I fix CVE-2013-1476?
To remediate CVE-2013-1476, users should update to the latest version of Oracle Java SE or OpenJDK that is no longer vulnerable to this issue.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2013-1476?
CVE-2013-1476 affects Oracle Java SE 7 through Update 11, as well as previous versions such as 6 and 5.0, along with OpenJDK 6 and 7.
Can CVE-2013-1476 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2013-1476 allows remote attackers to exploit the vulnerability, potentially leading to unauthorized access and system compromise.
What are the main risks associated with CVE-2013-1476?
The main risks include unauthorized data access, data corruption, and possible system downtime due to exploitation of the vulnerability.