CVE-2017-10101: Critical severity oracle java se 7 vulnerability
It was discovered that the JAXP component of OpenJDK failed to restrict access to certain internal classes. An untrusted Java application or applet could use this flaw to bypass Java sandbox restrictions.
The fix for this issue adds the following packages to the package.access security property, which defines the list of restricted internal packages not accessible to untrusted code:
com.sun.org.apache.xml.internal.resolver.helpers. com.sun.org.apache.xml.internal.resolver.readers.
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Vulnerability in the Java SE, Java SE Embedded component of Oracle Java SE (subcomponent: JAXP). Supported versions that are affected are Java SE: 6u151, 7u141 and 8u131; Java SE Embedded: 8u131. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows unauthenticated attacker with network access via multiple protocols to compromise Java SE, Java SE Embedded. Successful attacks require human interaction from a person other than the attacker and while the vulnerability is in Java SE, Java SE Embedded, attacks may significantly impact additional products. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in takeover of Java SE, Java SE Embedded. Note: This vulnerability applies to Java deployments, typically in clients running sandboxed Java Web Start applications or sandboxed Java applets, that load and run untrusted code (e.g., code that comes from the internet) and rely on the Java sandbox for security. This vulnerability does not apply to Java deployments, typically in servers, that load and run only trusted code (e.g., code installed by an administrator). CVSS 3.0 Base Score 9.6 (Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-10101?
CVE-2017-10101 is considered to have a high severity due to its easily exploitable nature allowing unauthenticated attackers with network access.
How do I fix CVE-2017-10101?
To fix CVE-2017-10101, you should update to a patched version of Java SE or Java SE Embedded that is not affected by this vulnerability.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-10101?
CVE-2017-10101 affects Oracle Java SE versions 6u151, 7u141, and 8u131, as well as Java SE Embedded version 8u131.
What types of software are impacted by CVE-2017-10101?
CVE-2017-10101 impacts Oracle JDK and Java Runtime Environment, along with certain versions of Debian and Red Hat Linux.
What are the potential risks of CVE-2017-10101?
The potential risks of CVE-2017-10101 include unauthorized access and potential compromise of systems running vulnerable versions of Java.