RHSA-2013:1507: Critical: java-1.7.0-ibm security update

Published Nov 7, 2013
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Updated

IBM Java SE version 7 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-2013-3829, CVE-2013-4041,CVE-2013-5372, CVE-2013-5375, CVE-2013-5456, CVE-2013-5457, CVE-2013-5458,CVE-2013-5772, CVE-2013-5774, CVE-2013-5776, CVE-2013-5778, CVE-2013-5780,CVE-2013-5782, CVE-2013-5783, CVE-2013-5784, CVE-2013-5787, CVE-2013-5788,CVE-2013-5789, CVE-2013-5790, CVE-2013-5797, CVE-2013-5800, CVE-2013-5801,CVE-2013-5802, CVE-2013-5803, CVE-2013-5804, CVE-2013-5809, CVE-2013-5812,CVE-2013-5814, CVE-2013-5817, CVE-2013-5818, CVE-2013-5819, CVE-2013-5820,CVE-2013-5823, CVE-2013-5824, CVE-2013-5825, CVE-2013-5829, CVE-2013-5830,CVE-2013-5831, CVE-2013-5832, CVE-2013-5838, CVE-2013-5840, CVE-2013-5842,CVE-2013-5843, CVE-2013-5848, CVE-2013-5849, CVE-2013-5850, CVE-2013-5851)All users of java-1.7.0-ibm are advised to upgrade to these updatedpackages, containing the IBM Java SE 7 SR6 release. All runninginstances of IBM Java must be restarted for the update to take effect.

Affected Software

24 affected componentsFixes available
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
1.7.0-ibm-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-demo-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
1.7.0-ibm-demo-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-devel-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
1.7.0-ibm-devel-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-jdbc-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
1.7.0-ibm-jdbc-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-plugin-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
1.7.0-ibm-plugin-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-src-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
1.7.0-ibm-src-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
1.7.0-ibm-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-demo-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
1.7.0-ibm-demo-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-devel-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
1.7.0-ibm-devel-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-jdbc-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
1.7.0-ibm-jdbc-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-plugin-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
1.7.0-ibm-plugin-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-src-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
1.7.0-ibm-src-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
1.7.0-ibm-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
1.7.0-ibm-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-demo-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
1.7.0-ibm-demo-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-demo-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
1.7.0-ibm-demo-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-devel-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
1.7.0-ibm-devel-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-devel-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
1.7.0-ibm-devel-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-jdbc-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
1.7.0-ibm-jdbc-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-jdbc-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
1.7.0-ibm-jdbc-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-plugin-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
1.7.0-ibm-plugin-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-plugin-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
1.7.0-ibm-plugin-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-src-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
1.7.0-ibm-src-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-src-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
1.7.0-ibm-src-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el5_10

Remediation

Event History

Nov 7, 2013
Advisory Published
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of RHSA-2013:1507?

The severity of RHSA-2013:1507 is classified as critical due to multiple vulnerabilities that affect the IBM Java Runtime Environment.

2

How do I fix RHSA-2013:1507?

To fix RHSA-2013:1507, you should update to the latest version of the IBM Java package which remedies the identified vulnerabilities.

3

What versions of IBM Java are affected by RHSA-2013:1507?

RHSA-2013:1507 affects IBM Java versions up to 1.7.0-ibm-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el6_4 and 1.7.0-ibm-1.7.0.6.0-1jpp.1.el5_10.

4

Are there any specific packages that need to be updated for RHSA-2013:1507?

Yes, the specific packages that need to be updated include java, java-demo, java-devel, java-jdbc, java-plugin, and java-src.

5

Is it safe to use my application if RHSA-2013:1507 is present?

It is not safe to use your application if RHSA-2013:1507 is present, as it exposes your system to significant security risks.

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