CVE-2017-10078: High severity oracle java se 7 vulnerability
It was discovered that the Nashorn JavaScript engine in the Scripting component of OpenJDK could allow JavaScripts to access Java APIs even when access to Java APIs was disabled. An untrusted JavaScript executed by Nashorn could use this flaw to bypass intended restrictions.
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Vulnerability in the Java SE component of Oracle Java SE (subcomponent: Scripting). The supported version that is affected is Java SE: 8u131. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows low privileged attacker with network access via multiple protocols to compromise Java SE. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized creation, deletion or modification access to critical data or all Java SE accessible data as well as unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all Java SE accessible data. Note: This vulnerability can be exploited through sandboxed Java Web Start applications and sandboxed Java applets. It can also be exploited by supplying data to APIs in the specified Component without using sandboxed Java Web Start applications or sandboxed Java applets, such as through a web service. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 8.1 (Confidentiality and Integrity impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-10078?
CVE-2017-10078 has a high severity rating, allowing easy exploitation by low privileged attackers with network access.
How do I fix CVE-2017-10078?
To fix CVE-2017-10078, update to the latest version of Java SE that addresses this vulnerability.
What versions are affected by CVE-2017-10078?
CVE-2017-10078 specifically affects Java SE versions 8u131 and earlier.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2017-10078?
CVE-2017-10078 can be exploited through various network protocols, enabling unauthorized system access.
Is CVE-2017-10078 easy to exploit?
Yes, CVE-2017-10078 is considered easily exploitable by attackers with low privileges.