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CVE Published
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CVE-2017-3289

First published: Mon Jan 16 2017(Updated: )

An insecure class construction flaw, related to the incorrect handling of exception stack frames, was found in the Hotspot component of OpenJDK. An untrusted Java application or applet could use this flaw to bypass Java sandbox restrictions.

Credit: secalert_us@oracle.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
debian/openjdk-8
8u442-ga-2
Oracle Java SE 7=1.7-update_121
Oracle Java SE 7=1.8-update_111
Oracle Java SE 7=1.8-update_112
Oracle JRE=1.7-update_121
Oracle JRE=1.8-update_111
Oracle JRE=1.8-update_112

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-3289?

    CVE-2017-3289 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to bypass Java sandbox restrictions.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-3289?

    To fix CVE-2017-3289, upgrade to OpenJDK 8u442-ga-2 or a later version.

  • Which software versions are affected by CVE-2017-3289?

    CVE-2017-3289 affects Oracle JDK 1.7 update 121 and Oracle JDK 1.8 updates 111 and 112.

  • What impact does CVE-2017-3289 have on Java applications?

    CVE-2017-3289 allows untrusted Java applications to bypass security restrictions, potentially compromising the system.

  • Is CVE-2017-3289 specific to certain platforms?

    CVE-2017-3289 affects the Hotspot component of OpenJDK and is relevant across different platforms that run vulnerable versions.

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