Advisory Published
Updated

REDHAT-BUG-1471738

First published: Mon Jul 17 2017(Updated: )

It was discovered that the LDAPCertStore class in the Security component of OpenJDK followed LDAP referrals to arbitrary URLs. A specially-crafted LDAP referral URL could cause LDAPCertStore to communicate with non-LDAP servers.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
OpenJDK 17

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1471738?

    The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1471738 is classified as critical due to the potential for unauthorized communication with non-LDAP servers.

  • How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1471738?

    To fix REDHAT-BUG-1471738, update your Oracle OpenJDK to the latest version provided by your vendor that addresses the vulnerability.

  • What versions of OpenJDK are affected by REDHAT-BUG-1471738?

    The affected versions of OpenJDK include Oracle OpenJDK 17 and potentially other unpatched versions.

  • What are the potential risks associated with REDHAT-BUG-1471738?

    The potential risks associated with REDHAT-BUG-1471738 include exposure to data leaks and communication with malicious non-LDAP services.

  • Is there a workaround for REDHAT-BUG-1471738?

    Currently, there are no documented workarounds for REDHAT-BUG-1471738, so applying the appropriate patches is the recommended course of action.

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