Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2013-5851

First published: Wed Oct 16 2013(Updated: )

Unspecified vulnerability in Oracle Java SE 7u40 and earlier and Java SE Embedded 7u40 and earlier allows remote attackers to affect confidentiality via vectors related to JAXP.

Credit: secalert_us@oracle.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Oracle Java Runtime Environment (JRE)<=1.7.0
Oracle Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.7.0
Oracle Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.7.0-update1
Oracle Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.7.0-update10
Oracle Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.7.0-update11
Oracle Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.7.0-update13
Oracle Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.7.0-update15
Oracle Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.7.0-update17
Oracle Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.7.0-update2
Oracle Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.7.0-update21
Oracle Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.7.0-update25
Oracle Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.7.0-update3
Oracle Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.7.0-update4
Oracle Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.7.0-update5
Oracle Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.7.0-update6
Oracle Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.7.0-update7
Oracle Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.7.0-update9
Oracle JDK 6<=1.7.0
Oracle JDK 6=1.7.0
Oracle JDK 6=1.7.0-update1
Oracle JDK 6=1.7.0-update10
Oracle JDK 6=1.7.0-update11
Oracle JDK 6=1.7.0-update13
Oracle JDK 6=1.7.0-update15
Oracle JDK 6=1.7.0-update17
Oracle JDK 6=1.7.0-update2
Oracle JDK 6=1.7.0-update21
Oracle JDK 6=1.7.0-update25
Oracle JDK 6=1.7.0-update3
Oracle JDK 6=1.7.0-update4
Oracle JDK 6=1.7.0-update5
Oracle JDK 6=1.7.0-update6
Oracle JDK 6=1.7.0-update7
Oracle JDK 6=1.7.0-update9

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2013-5851?

    CVE-2013-5851 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on confidentiality.

  • How do I fix CVE-2013-5851?

    To fix CVE-2013-5851, update your Oracle Java SE 7 to version 7u45 or later.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2013-5851?

    CVE-2013-5851 affects Oracle Java SE 7u40 and earlier, including specific updates of Java Runtime Environment and Java Development Kit.

  • Can CVE-2013-5851 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2013-5851 can be exploited by remote attackers to affect confidentiality through specific JAXP vectors.

  • Is there a patch available for CVE-2013-5851?

    Yes, Oracle has released a patch for CVE-2013-5851 in the form of updates for affected Java versions.

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