RHSA-2010:0807: Critical: java-1.5.0-ibm security update
The IBM 1.5.0 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. Detailedvulnerability descriptions are linked from the IBM "Security alerts" page,listed in the References section. (CVE-2010-1321, CVE-2010-3541,CVE-2010-3548, CVE-2010-3549, CVE-2010-3550, CVE-2010-3551, CVE-2010-3556,CVE-2010-3559, CVE-2010-3562, CVE-2010-3565, CVE-2010-3566, CVE-2010-3568,CVE-2010-3569, CVE-2010-3572, CVE-2010-3573, CVE-2010-3574)The RHSA-2010:0130 update mitigated a man-in-the-middle attack in the waythe TLS/SSL (Transport Layer Security/Secure Sockets Layer) protocolshandle session renegotiation by disabling renegotiation. This updateimplements the TLS Renegotiation Indication Extension as defined in RFC5746, allowing secure renegotiation between updated clients and servers.(CVE-2009-3555)All users of java-1.5.0-ibm are advised to upgrade to these updatedpackages, containing the IBM 1.5.0 SR12-FP2 Java release. All runninginstances of IBM Java must be restarted for this update to take effect.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the main vulnerabilities addressed by RHSA-2010:0807?
RHSA-2010:0807 addresses several vulnerabilities in the IBM Java 2 Runtime Environment and the IBM Java 2 Software Development Kit.
How can I resolve the issues identified in RHSA-2010:0807?
To resolve the issues in RHSA-2010:0807, you should update to the latest version available for your affected IBM Java packages.
What versions of IBM Java are affected by RHSA-2010:0807?
RHSA-2010:0807 affects IBM Java version 1.5.0-ibm up to 1.5.0-ibm-1.5.0.12.2-1jpp.1.el5.
Is RHSA-2010:0807 applicable for both x86 and x86_64 architectures?
Yes, RHSA-2010:0807 is applicable for both x86 and x86_64 architectures as specified in the affected software list.
Does RHSA-2010:0807 involve security risks for my applications?
Yes, vulnerabilities addressed in RHSA-2010:0807 could expose applications to security risks, necessitating immediate updates.