RHSA-2009:0394: Critical: java-1.5.0-sun security update
The Sun 1.5.0 Java release includes the Sun Java 5 Runtime Environment andthe Sun Java 5 Software Development Kit.This update fixes several vulnerabilities in the Sun Java 5 RuntimeEnvironment and the Sun Java 5 Software Development Kit. Thesevulnerabilities are summarized on the "Advance notification of SecurityUpdates for Java SE" page from Sun Microsystems, listed in the Referencessection. (CVE-2006-2426, CVE-2009-1093, CVE-2009-1094, CVE-2009-1095,CVE-2009-1096, CVE-2009-1098, CVE-2009-1099, CVE-2009-1100, CVE-2009-1103,CVE-2009-1104, CVE-2009-1107)Users of java-1.5.0-sun should upgrade to these updated packages, whichcorrect these issues. All running instances of Sun Java must be restartedfor the update to take effect.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2009:0394?
The severity of RHSA-2009:0394 is categorized as important due to the vulnerabilities it addresses in the Sun Java 5 Runtime Environment.
How do I fix RHSA-2009:0394?
To fix RHSA-2009:0394, you should update the Sun Java 5 Runtime Environment and the Sun Java 5 Software Development Kit to the latest patched version.
What vulnerabilities are addressed in RHSA-2009:0394?
RHSA-2009:0394 addresses multiple vulnerabilities in the Sun Java 5 Runtime Environment that could potentially allow for code execution or denial of service.
Is RHSA-2009:0394 still relevant for current systems?
RHSA-2009:0394 may not be relevant for current systems as it pertains to older versions of Java that are rarely in use today.
What systems are affected by RHSA-2009:0394?
Systems running the Sun Java 5 Runtime Environment or the Sun Java 5 Software Development Kit are affected by RHSA-2009:0394.