CVE-2013-5823: Medium severity oracle java se vulnerability
A denial of service flaw was discovered in the com.sun.org.apache.xml.internal.security.utils.UnsyncByteArrayOutputStream class. A remote attacker could use this flaw to supply crafted XML that would lead to a denial of service.
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Affected versions of xmlsec are subject to a denial of service vulnerability. Should a user check the signature of a message larger than 512 MB, the method expandSize(int newPos) of class org.apache.xml.security.utils.UnsyncByteArrayOutputStream goes in an endless loop. A remote attacker could use this flaw to supply crafted XML that would lead to a denial of service.
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Unspecified vulnerability in Oracle Java SE 7u40 and earlier, Java SE 6u60 and earlier, JRockit R28.2.8 and earlier, JRockit R27.7.6 and earlier, and Java SE Embedded 7u40 and earlier allows remote attackers to affect availability via unknown vectors related to Security.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-5823?
CVE-2013-5823 has a severity rating that reflects its potential to cause denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2013-5823?
To fix CVE-2013-5823, update the affected packages to the recommended versions: org.apache.santuario:xmlsec to 1.5.3 or 1.4.8, or icedtea to 2.4.3, 1.11.14, or 1.12.7.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2013-5823?
CVE-2013-5823 affects versions of org.apache.santuario:xmlsec prior to 1.5.3, as well as specific versions of icedtea and Oracle JDK/JRE.
Can CVE-2013-5823 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2013-5823 can be exploited by remote attackers via crafted XML to induce a denial of service.
Is there an official patch available for CVE-2013-5823?
Yes, official patches are available, which involve updating to specific versions of the affected software.