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CVE-2014-0457

First published: Mon Apr 14 2014(Updated: )

It was discovered that the ServiceLoader did not perform exception handling in a secure manner. An untrusted Java application or applet could possibly use this flaw to bypass security mechanisms and perform operations with full permissions.

Credit: secalert_us@oracle.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
redhat/icedtea<1.13.3
1.13.3
redhat/icedtea<2.4.7
2.4.7
BEA JRockit=r27.8.1
BEA JRockit=r28.3.1
Ubuntu Linux=10.04
Ubuntu Linux=12.04
Ubuntu Linux=12.10
Ubuntu Linux=13.10
Ubuntu Linux=14.04
Juniper Networks Junos Space<15.1
Oracle JDK 6=1.5.0-update61
Oracle JDK 6=1.6.0-update71
Oracle JDK 6=1.7.0-update51
Oracle JDK 6=1.8.0
Oracle Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.5.0-update61
Oracle Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.6.0-update71
Oracle Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.7.0-update51
Oracle Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.8.0
Debian GNU/Linux=6.0
Debian GNU/Linux=7.0
Debian GNU/Linux=8.0
IBM Forms Viewer>=4.0.0<4.0.0.3
IBM Forms Viewer>=8.0.0<8.0.1.1
Microsoft Windows

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2014-0457?

    CVE-2014-0457 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow untrusted Java applications to bypass security mechanisms.

  • How do I fix CVE-2014-0457?

    To mitigate CVE-2014-0457, update to the recommended versions of the affected software, such as IcedTea 1.13.3 or later, and Oracle JDK versions that include the fix.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2014-0457?

    CVE-2014-0457 affects multiple versions of Oracle JDK, JRE, and IcedTea, as well as specific versions of Ubuntu and Debian Linux.

  • Can CVE-2014-0457 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2014-0457 can be exploited remotely if an untrusted Java application is executed, potentially allowing an attacker to gain full permissions.

  • What are the consequences of not addressing CVE-2014-0457?

    Failing to address CVE-2014-0457 may lead to unauthorized access and control over affected systems, posing significant security risks.

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