RHSA-2013:1509: 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-2013-3829, CVE-2013-4041,CVE-2013-5372, CVE-2013-5375, CVE-2013-5774, CVE-2013-5778, CVE-2013-5780,CVE-2013-5782, CVE-2013-5783, CVE-2013-5790, CVE-2013-5797, CVE-2013-5801,CVE-2013-5802, CVE-2013-5803, CVE-2013-5804, CVE-2013-5809, CVE-2013-5814,CVE-2013-5817, CVE-2013-5825, CVE-2013-5829, CVE-2013-5830, CVE-2013-5840,CVE-2013-5842, CVE-2013-5843, CVE-2013-5849)All users of java-1.5.0-ibm are advised to upgrade to these updatedpackages, containing the IBM J2SE 5.0 SR16-FP4 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-2013:1509?
The severity of RHSA-2013:1509 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2013:1509?
To fix RHSA-2013:1509, you need to update your IBM Java packages to the recommended versions: 1.5.0-ibm-1.5.0.16.4-1jpp.1.el6_4 or later.
What software is affected by RHSA-2013:1509?
RHSA-2013:1509 affects multiple versions of IBM Java Runtime Environment and the IBM Java Software Development Kit.
Are there any specific versions of Java impacted by RHSA-2013:1509?
Yes, specific versions impacted include 1.5.0-ibm and its associated packages like demo, devel, jdbc, and javacomm.
Is there a backup or rollback plan recommended when applying the fix for RHSA-2013:1509?
It is advisable to create backups before applying the updates to mitigate any potential issues that may arise.