RHSA-2013:0855: Important: java-1.5.0-ibm security update
IBM J2SE version 5.0 includes the IBM Java Runtime Environment and the IBMJava Software Development Kit.This update fixes several vulnerabilities in the IBM Java RuntimeEnvironment and the IBM Java Software Development Kit. Detailedvulnerability descriptions are linked from the IBM Security alerts page,listed in the References section. (CVE-2013-0169, CVE-2013-0401,CVE-2013-1491, CVE-2013-1537, CVE-2013-1557, CVE-2013-1569, CVE-2013-2383,CVE-2013-2384, CVE-2013-2394, CVE-2013-2417, CVE-2013-2419, CVE-2013-2420,CVE-2013-2424, CVE-2013-2429, CVE-2013-2430, CVE-2013-2432)All users of java-1.5.0-ibm are advised to upgrade to these updatedpackages, containing the IBM J2SE 5.0 SR16-FP2 release. All runninginstances of IBM Java must be restarted for this update to take effect.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2013:0855?
The severity of RHSA-2013:0855 is categorized as important due to vulnerabilities that could potentially allow for remote code execution.
How do I fix RHSA-2013:0855?
To fix RHSA-2013:0855, you should update the affected IBM Java packages to version 1.5.0-ibm-1.5.0.16.2-1jpp.1.el6_4 or later.
What vulnerabilities are addressed in RHSA-2013:0855?
RHSA-2013:0855 addresses multiple vulnerabilities in the IBM Java Runtime Environment and the IBM Java Software Development Kit.
Which IBM Java versions are affected by RHSA-2013:0855?
Affected IBM Java versions include any versions prior to 1.5.0-ibm-1.5.0.16.2-1jpp.1.el6_4.
Is there any additional information available for RHSA-2013:0855?
Additional information on RHSA-2013:0855 can typically be found in Red Hat's official advisories.