REDHAT-BUG-1790884: Medium severity openjdk vulnerability

Published Jan 14, 2020

Updated

A flaw was found in the URL class implementation in the Networking component of OpenJDK. An incorrect check to determine if a URLStreamHandler is builtin or not can lead to incorrect URL normalization in certain cases.

Affected Software

1 affected component

OpenJDK OpenJDK

Event History

Jan 14, 2020

Data Sourced

via Red Hat·01:21 PM

DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1790884?

The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1790884 is categorized as high due to the potential impact on URL normalization.

How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1790884?

To fix REDHAT-BUG-1790884, update your OpenJDK to the latest version that includes the patched URL class implementation.

What does REDHAT-BUG-1790884 affect?

REDHAT-BUG-1790884 affects the Networking component of OpenJDK.

What is the potential risk of REDHAT-BUG-1790884?

The potential risk of REDHAT-BUG-1790884 includes improper URL handling that could lead to security vulnerabilities during network operations.

How can I check if my OpenJDK version is vulnerable to REDHAT-BUG-1790884?

You can check the OpenJDK version running on your system and compare it with the versions listed as affected by REDHAT-BUG-1790884 in security advisories.