REDHAT-BUG-1889717: Medium severity openjdk vulnerability
Published Oct 20, 2020
·Updated
It was discovered that the UnixUriUtils class in the Libraries component of OpenJDK did not properly check for invalid characters when performing URI to Path conversion. This could lead to creating Path objects with invalid paths.
Affected Software
1 affected component
OpenJDK OpenJDK
Event History
Oct 20, 2020
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·12:55 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1889717?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1889717 is considered to be moderate.
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How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1889717?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-1889717, upgrade to the patched version of OpenJDK provided by your package manager.
3
What are the consequences of REDHAT-BUG-1889717?
The consequences of REDHAT-BUG-1889717 include potential creation of invalid Path objects, leading to application errors.
4
Which versions of OpenJDK are affected by REDHAT-BUG-1889717?
REDHAT-BUG-1889717 affects certain versions of OpenJDK that utilize the UnixUriUtils class.
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How can I verify if my version of OpenJDK is safe from REDHAT-BUG-1889717?
To verify if your version of OpenJDK is safe from REDHAT-BUG-1889717, check for updates or security advisories from your vendor.