CVE-2014-2427: High severity Canonical Ubuntu Linux vulnerability
It was discovered that Java Sound provider caching mechanism is insecure. An untrusted Java application or applet could possibly use this flaw to bypass Java sandbox restrictions.
Other sources
Unspecified vulnerability in Oracle Java SE 5.0u61, 6u71, 7u51, and 8, and Java SE Embedded 7u51, allows remote attackers to affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability via unknown vectors related to Sound.
— MITRE
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
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redhat/icedteato a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1.13.3 - Upgrade
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redhat/icedteato a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 2.4.7
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-2427?
CVE-2014-2427 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to bypass Java sandbox restrictions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-2427?
To fix CVE-2014-2427, update to the recommended versions of the affected software as specified by your software vendor.
Which software is affected by CVE-2014-2427?
CVE-2014-2427 affects multiple versions of Oracle Java SE, Oracle JRE, and various distributions of the IcedTea package.
Can CVE-2014-2427 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2014-2427 can be exploited remotely by an untrusted Java application or applet.
What platforms are vulnerable to CVE-2014-2427?
CVE-2014-2427 impacts multiple platforms including various versions of Oracle JDK, JRE, and Linux distributions such as Ubuntu and Debian.