RHSA-2009:0445: Critical: java-1.4.2-ibm security update

Published Apr 23, 2009
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Updated

The IBM(r) 1.4.2 SR13 Java(TM) release includes the IBM Java 2 RuntimeEnvironment and the IBM Java 2 Software Development Kit.This update fixes several vulnerabilities in the IBM Java 2 RuntimeEnvironment and the IBM Java 2 Software Development Kit. Thesevulnerabilities are summarized on the IBM "Security alerts" page listed inthe References section. (CVE-2008-2086, CVE-2008-5339, CVE-2008-5340,CVE-2008-5342, CVE-2008-5343, CVE-2008-5344, CVE-2008-5345, CVE-2008-5346,CVE-2008-5348, CVE-2008-5350, CVE-2008-5351, CVE-2008-5353, CVE-2008-5354,CVE-2008-5359, CVE-2008-5360)All users of java-1.4.2-ibm are advised to upgrade to these updatedpackages, which contain the IBM 1.4.2 SR13 Java release. All runninginstances of IBM Java must be restarted for the update to take effect.

Affected Software

12 affected componentsFixes available
redhat/java<1.4.2-ibm-1.4.2.13-1jpp.1.el5
1.4.2-ibm-1.4.2.13-1jpp.1.el5
redhat/java<1.4.2-ibm-1.4.2.13-1jpp.1.el5
1.4.2-ibm-1.4.2.13-1jpp.1.el5
redhat/java<1.4.2-ibm-demo-1.4.2.13-1jpp.1.el5
1.4.2-ibm-demo-1.4.2.13-1jpp.1.el5
redhat/java<1.4.2-ibm-demo-1.4.2.13-1jpp.1.el5
1.4.2-ibm-demo-1.4.2.13-1jpp.1.el5
redhat/java<1.4.2-ibm-devel-1.4.2.13-1jpp.1.el5
1.4.2-ibm-devel-1.4.2.13-1jpp.1.el5
redhat/java<1.4.2-ibm-devel-1.4.2.13-1jpp.1.el5
1.4.2-ibm-devel-1.4.2.13-1jpp.1.el5
redhat/java<1.4.2-ibm-javacomm-1.4.2.13-1jpp.1.el5
1.4.2-ibm-javacomm-1.4.2.13-1jpp.1.el5
redhat/java<1.4.2-ibm-javacomm-1.4.2.13-1jpp.1.el5
1.4.2-ibm-javacomm-1.4.2.13-1jpp.1.el5
redhat/java<1.4.2-ibm-jdbc-1.4.2.13-1jpp.1.el5
1.4.2-ibm-jdbc-1.4.2.13-1jpp.1.el5
redhat/java<1.4.2-ibm-plugin-1.4.2.13-1jpp.1.el5
1.4.2-ibm-plugin-1.4.2.13-1jpp.1.el5
redhat/java<1.4.2-ibm-src-1.4.2.13-1jpp.1.el5
1.4.2-ibm-src-1.4.2.13-1jpp.1.el5
redhat/java<1.4.2-ibm-src-1.4.2.13-1jpp.1.el5
1.4.2-ibm-src-1.4.2.13-1jpp.1.el5

Remediation

Event History

Apr 23, 2009
Advisory Published
via Red Hat·12:00 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of RHSA-2009:0445?

The severity of RHSA-2009:0445 is classified as important.

2

How do I fix RHSA-2009:0445?

To fix RHSA-2009:0445, update to the latest version of IBM Java 1.4.2 SR13.

3

What software is affected by RHSA-2009:0445?

RHSA-2009:0445 affects IBM Java packages including java, javacomm, jdbc, and others under version 1.4.2-ibm.

4

What vulnerabilities are addressed in RHSA-2009:0445?

RHSA-2009:0445 addresses multiple vulnerabilities in the IBM Java 2 Runtime Environment and Software Development Kit.

5

Is there a need for immediate action regarding RHSA-2009:0445?

Yes, immediate action is recommended to mitigate potential security risks associated with RHSA-2009:0445.

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