CVE-2016-0687: Critical severity oracle java se 7 vulnerability
It was discovered that the Hotspot component of OpenJDK did not properly handle byte types. An untrusted Java application or applet could use this flaw to corrupt Java virtual machine memory and possibly execute arbitrary code, bypassing Java sandbox restrictions.
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Unspecified vulnerability in Oracle Java SE 6u113, 7u99, and 8u77 and Java SE Embedded 8u77 allows remote attackers to affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability via vectors related to the Hotspot sub-component.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-0687?
CVE-2016-0687 is classified as a critical vulnerability that could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2016-0687?
To fix CVE-2016-0687, update your Oracle JDK or JRE to the latest version available from Oracle.
Which products are affected by CVE-2016-0687?
CVE-2016-0687 affects Oracle JDK versions 1.6.0-update113, 1.7.0-update99, and 1.8.0-update77, as well as corresponding JRE versions.
What vulnerabilities does CVE-2016-0687 exploit?
CVE-2016-0687 exploits a flaw in the Hotspot component of OpenJDK that mishandles byte types.
Are there any workarounds for CVE-2016-0687?
There are no effective workarounds for CVE-2016-0687 other than applying the official patches provided by Oracle.