RHSA-2012:0006: Critical: java-1.4.2-ibm security update
The IBM Java SE version 1.4.2 release includes the IBM Java 1.4.2 RuntimeEnvironment and the IBM Java 1.4.2 Software Development Kit.This update fixes several vulnerabilities in the IBM Java 1.4.2 RuntimeEnvironment and the IBM Java 1.4.2 Software Development Kit. Detailedvulnerability descriptions are linked from the IBM "Security alerts" page,listed in the References section. (CVE-2011-3389, CVE-2011-3545,CVE-2011-3547, CVE-2011-3548, CVE-2011-3549, CVE-2011-3552, CVE-2011-3556,CVE-2011-3557, CVE-2011-3560)All users of java-1.4.2-ibm are advised to upgrade to these updatedpackages, which contain the IBM Java 1.4.2 SR13-FP11 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 vulnerabilities addressed in RHSA-2012:0006?
RHSA-2012:0006 addresses several vulnerabilities in the IBM Java 1.4.2 Runtime Environment and SDK that could potentially allow for remote code execution or information disclosure.
What is the severity of RHSA-2012:0006?
The severity of RHSA-2012:0006 is classified as critical due to the potential impact of remote code execution.
How do I fix RHSA-2012:0006?
To fix RHSA-2012:0006, update the IBM Java package to version 1.4.2-ibm-1.4.2.13.11-1jpp.1.el5 or later.
Which packages are affected by RHSA-2012:0006?
Packages affected by RHSA-2012:0006 include various IBM Java components such as java, java-devel, and java-demo for version 1.4.2-ibm.
Is RHSA-2012:0006 relevant for both x86 and x86_64 architectures?
Yes, RHSA-2012:0006 is relevant for both x86 and x86_64 architectures for affected packages.