CVE-2026-60166: Low severity Oracle Java SE vulnerability
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
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Oracle Java SE (JavaFX)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 8u491
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-60166?
The severity of CVE-2026-60166 is classified as low with a score of 3.1.
How do I fix CVE-2026-60166?
To fix CVE-2026-60166, users should update to a non-affected version of Oracle Java SE.
What component is affected by CVE-2026-60166?
CVE-2026-60166 affects the JavaFX component of Oracle Java SE.
Who can exploit CVE-2026-60166?
CVE-2026-60166 can be exploited by unauthenticated attackers with network access via multiple protocols.
What software is affected by CVE-2026-60166?
The affected software includes Oracle Java SE version 8u491, Oracle JDK, and Oracle JRE.