CVE-2026-60164: Low severity Oracle Java SE (JavaFX) vulnerability

Published Jul 21, 2026
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Updated

Vulnerability in Oracle Java SE (component: JavaFX). The supported version that is affected is Oracle Java SE: 8u491. Difficult to exploit vulnerability allows unauthenticated attacker with network access via multiple protocols to compromise Oracle Java SE. Successful attacks require human interaction from a person other than the attacker. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized read access to a subset of Oracle Java SE accessible data. 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 3.1 Base Score 3.1 (Confidentiality impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N).

Affected Software

3 affected components
Oracle Java SE (JavaFX)=8u491
Oracle JDK=1.8.0-update491
Oracle JRE=1.8.0-update491

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Oracle Java SE (JavaFX) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 8u491

Event History

Jul 21, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:33 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:33 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-60164?

The severity of CVE-2026-60164 is rated low, with a score of 3.1.

2

How does CVE-2026-60164 impact Oracle Java SE?

CVE-2026-60164 affects Oracle Java SE 8u491, allowing unauthenticated attackers with network access to exploit the vulnerability.

3

What components are affected by CVE-2026-60164?

The components affected by CVE-2026-60164 include Oracle Java SE and JavaFX.

4

How can I mitigate the risk of CVE-2026-60164?

To mitigate the risk of CVE-2026-60164, ensure that you are using an updated version of Oracle Java SE.

5

What is required for an attack to be successful in CVE-2026-60164?

Successful attacks exploiting CVE-2026-60164 require human interaction.

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