CVE-2013-1489: Critical severity Oracle Jdk Windows vulnerability

Published Jan 31, 2013
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Updated

Unspecified vulnerability in the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) component in Oracle Java SE 7 Update 10 and Update 11, when running on Windows using Internet Explorer, Firefox, Opera, and Google Chrome, allows remote attackers to bypass the "Very High" security level of the Java Control Panel and execute unsigned Java code without prompting the user via unknown vectors, aka "Issue 53" and the "Java Security Slider" vulnerability.

Affected Software

8 affected components
Oracle Jdk Windows=1.7.0-update10
Oracle Jdk Windows=1.7.0-update11
Oracle Jre Windows=1.7.0-update10
Oracle Jre Windows=1.7.0-update11
Google Chrome
Microsoft Internet Explorer
Mozilla Firefox
Opera Opera Browser

Event History

Jan 31, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:10 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:10 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-1489?

CVE-2013-1489 is considered high severity due to its potential to allow attackers to bypass security controls.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-1489?

To fix CVE-2013-1489, update your Oracle Java SE to a version later than Update 11.

3

Which versions of Oracle Java are affected by CVE-2013-1489?

CVE-2013-1489 affects Oracle Java SE 7 Update 10 and Update 11.

4

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2013-1489?

CVE-2013-1489 can be exploited via remote attacks that execute untrusted Java applications.

5

Is CVE-2013-1489 applicable to web browsers?

Yes, CVE-2013-1489 can affect web browsers such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Opera, and Google Chrome when running JRE.

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