CVE-2018-2588: Medium severity oracle java se 7 vulnerability
It was discovered that the LdapLoginModule class in the LDAP component of OpenJDK failed to properly encode special characters in user names when adding them to LDAP search query. A remote attacker could possibly use this flaw to manipulate LDAP queries performed by the LdapLoginModule class.
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Vulnerability in the Java SE, Java SE Embedded, JRockit component of Oracle Java SE (subcomponent: LDAP). Supported versions that are affected are Java SE: 6u171, 7u161, 8u152 and 9.0.1; Java SE Embedded: 8u151; JRockit: R28.3.16. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows low privileged attacker with network access via multiple protocols to compromise Java SE, Java SE Embedded, JRockit. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized read access to a subset of Java SE, Java SE Embedded, JRockit accessible data. Note: This vulnerability applies to client and server deployment of Java. 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 4.3 (Confidentiality impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-2588?
CVE-2018-2588 is a vulnerability in the Java SE, Java SE Embedded, JRockit component of Oracle Java SE that allows a low privileged attacker to exploit the system.
Which versions of Oracle Java SE are affected by CVE-2018-2588?
Java SE versions 6u171, 7u161, 8u152, and 9.0.1 are affected by CVE-2018-2588.
How severe is CVE-2018-2588?
CVE-2018-2588 has a severity rating of 4.3, which is classified as medium.
How can I fix CVE-2018-2588?
To fix CVE-2018-2588, update your Java SE to version 8u382-ga-2 or apply the appropriate security patch provided by your software vendor.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-2588?
You can find more information about CVE-2018-2588 on the Oracle website or by referring to the reference links provided.