Advisory Published
Updated

REDHAT-BUG-1983075

First published: Fri Jul 16 2021(Updated: )

A flaw was found in the way the Hotspot component of OpenJDK performed range check elimination. An untrusted Java application or applet could use this flaw to bypass Java sandbox restrictions.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
OpenJDK 17

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1983075?

    The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1983075 is considered to be high due to its potential to bypass Java sandbox restrictions.

  • How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1983075?

    To fix REDHAT-BUG-1983075, users should apply the latest security updates provided for OpenJDK.

  • Which versions of OpenJDK are affected by REDHAT-BUG-1983075?

    REDHAT-BUG-1983075 affects versions of Oracle OpenJDK, specifically OpenJDK 17.

  • What potential risks does REDHAT-BUG-1983075 pose to my applications?

    REDHAT-BUG-1983075 poses risks that an untrusted Java application could bypass sandbox restrictions, leading to potential security breaches.

  • Is a work around available for REDHAT-BUG-1983075?

    There is no workaround for REDHAT-BUG-1983075; the recommended action is to update the affected software.

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