RHSA-2009:1694: Critical: java-1.6.0-ibm security update
The IBM 1.6.0 Java release includes the IBM Java 2 Runtime Environment andthe 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-2009-0217, CVE-2009-3865, CVE-2009-3866,CVE-2009-3867, CVE-2009-3868, CVE-2009-3869, CVE-2009-3871, CVE-2009-3872,CVE-2009-3873, CVE-2009-3874, CVE-2009-3875, CVE-2009-3876, CVE-2009-3877)All users of java-1.6.0-ibm are advised to upgrade to these updatedpackages, containing the IBM 1.6.0 SR7 Java release. All running instancesof IBM Java must be restarted for the update to take effect.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2009:1694?
The severity of RHSA-2009:1694 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2009:1694?
You can fix RHSA-2009:1694 by updating to the fixed version 1.6.0-ibm-1.6.0.7-1jpp.2.el5 or later.
Which versions are affected by RHSA-2009:1694?
RHSA-2009:1694 affects all versions of IBM Java 1.6.0 prior to 1.6.0-ibm-1.6.0.7-1jpp.2.el5.
What products are impacted by RHSA-2009:1694?
Products impacted by RHSA-2009:1694 include the IBM Java 2 Runtime Environment and the IBM Java 2 Software Development Kit.
Is there a workaround for RHSA-2009:1694?
There is no specific workaround for RHSA-2009:1694, the recommended action is to apply the available update.