RHSA-2013:1508: Critical: java-1.6.0-ibm security update

Published Nov 7, 2013
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Updated

IBM Java SE version 6 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-2013-5457, 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-2013-5789, CVE-2013-5797, 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-2013-5840, CVE-2013-5842, CVE-2013-5843,CVE-2013-5848, CVE-2013-5849, CVE-2013-5850, CVE-2013-5851)All users of java-1.6.0-ibm are advised to upgrade to these updatedpackages, containing the IBM Java SE 6 SR15 release. All runninginstances of IBM Java must be restarted for the update to take effect.

Affected Software

30 affected componentsFixes available
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
1.6.0-ibm-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-demo-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
1.6.0-ibm-demo-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-devel-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
1.6.0-ibm-devel-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-devel-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
1.6.0-ibm-devel-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-javacomm-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
1.6.0-ibm-javacomm-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-jdbc-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
1.6.0-ibm-jdbc-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-plugin-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
1.6.0-ibm-plugin-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-src-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
1.6.0-ibm-src-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
1.6.0-ibm-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-demo-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
1.6.0-ibm-demo-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-javacomm-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
1.6.0-ibm-javacomm-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-jdbc-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
1.6.0-ibm-jdbc-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-plugin-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
1.6.0-ibm-plugin-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-src-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
1.6.0-ibm-src-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el6_4
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
1.6.0-ibm-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
1.6.0-ibm-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-accessibility-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
1.6.0-ibm-accessibility-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-demo-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
1.6.0-ibm-demo-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-demo-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
1.6.0-ibm-demo-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-devel-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
1.6.0-ibm-devel-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-devel-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
1.6.0-ibm-devel-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-javacomm-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
1.6.0-ibm-javacomm-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-javacomm-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
1.6.0-ibm-javacomm-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-jdbc-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
1.6.0-ibm-jdbc-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-jdbc-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
1.6.0-ibm-jdbc-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-plugin-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
1.6.0-ibm-plugin-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-plugin-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
1.6.0-ibm-plugin-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-src-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
1.6.0-ibm-src-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-src-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
1.6.0-ibm-src-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
redhat/java<1.6.0-ibm-accessibility-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.1.el5_10
1.6.0-ibm-accessibility-1.6.0.15.0-1jpp.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-2013:1508?

The severity of RHSA-2013:1508 is classified as important due to multiple vulnerabilities that may allow for potential exploitation.

2

How do I fix RHSA-2013:1508?

To fix RHSA-2013:1508, you need to upgrade to the updated package versions specifically mentioned in the advisory for your affected software.

3

Which software packages are affected by RHSA-2013:1508?

Affected software packages include various versions of IBM Java SE, such as java, java-demo, java-devel, java-javacomm, java-jdbc, and java-plugin.

4

What are the risks of not applying the fix for RHSA-2013:1508?

Not applying the fix for RHSA-2013:1508 can leave your system vulnerable to exploitation, potentially leading to unauthorized access or data breaches.

5

When was the RHSA-2013:1508 advisory released?

The RHSA-2013:1508 advisory was released on November 12, 2013.

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