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CVE-2014-2403

First published: Mon Apr 14 2014(Updated: )

It was discovered that JAXP the CharInfo object did not properly prevent access to arbitrary files when a SecurityManager is present. An untrusted Java application or applet could possibly use this flaw to disclose sensitive information.

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
Ubuntu=10.04
Ubuntu=12.04
Ubuntu=12.10
Ubuntu=13.10
Ubuntu=14.04
Oracle Java SE 7=1.6.0-update71
Oracle Java SE 7=1.7.0-update51
Oracle Java SE 7=1.8.0
Oracle JRE=1.6.0-update71
Oracle JRE=1.7.0-update51
Oracle JRE=1.8.0
Debian Linux=6.0
Debian Linux=7.0
Debian Linux=8.0
=10.04
=12.04
=12.10
=13.10
=14.04
=1.6.0-update71
=1.7.0-update51
=1.8.0
=1.6.0-update71
=1.7.0-update51
=1.8.0
=6.0
=7.0
=8.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2014-2403?

    The severity of CVE-2014-2403 is classified as high due to its potential to disclose sensitive information.

  • How do I fix CVE-2014-2403?

    To fix CVE-2014-2403, update to the latest version of the affected software such as icedtea 1.13.3 or 2.4.7, or the appropriate Oracle Java version.

  • What versions of software are affected by CVE-2014-2403?

    CVE-2014-2403 affects Oracle Java SE versions 6u71, 7u51, and 1.8.0, as well as specific versions of icedtea and various Debian and Ubuntu distributions.

  • Can CVE-2014-2403 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2014-2403 can potentially be exploited remotely by untrusted Java applications or applets.

  • What are the potential impacts of CVE-2014-2403?

    The potential impacts of CVE-2014-2403 include unauthorized access and disclosure of sensitive information on affected systems.

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