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CVE-2016-0483: Buffer Overflow

First published: Mon Jan 18 2016(Updated: )

Unspecified vulnerability in Oracle Java SE 6u105, 7u91, and 8u66; Java SE Embedded 8u65; and JRockit R28.3.8 allows remote attackers to affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability via vectors related to AWT. NOTE: the previous information is from the January 2016 CPU. Oracle has not commented on third-party claims that this is a heap-based buffer overflow in the readImage function, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted image data.

Credit: secalert_us@oracle.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Oracle JDK 6=1.6.0-update105
Oracle JDK 6=1.7.0-update91
Oracle JDK 6=1.8.0-update66
Oracle Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.6.0-update105
Oracle Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.7.0-update91
Oracle Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.8.0-update66
BEA JRockit=r28.3.8
Ubuntu=12.04
Ubuntu=14.04
Ubuntu=15.04
Ubuntu=15.10

Remedy

http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/cpujan2016-2367955.html

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-0483?

    CVE-2016-0483 has a high severity rating as it can affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-0483?

    To fix CVE-2016-0483, update Oracle Java SE to the latest version provided by Oracle.

  • What versions of software are affected by CVE-2016-0483?

    CVE-2016-0483 affects Oracle Java SE 6u105, 7u91, 8u66 and Java SE Embedded 8u65 as well as JRockit R28.3.8.

  • Can CVE-2016-0483 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2016-0483 can be exploited remotely by attackers via specific vectors related to AWT.

  • What is the impact of CVE-2016-0483 on systems?

    The impact of CVE-2016-0483 can lead to potential unauthorized access or manipulation of system resources.

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