RHSA-2014:0486: Critical: java-1.7.0-ibm security update
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 alertspage, listed in the References section. (CVE-2014-0457, CVE-2014-2421,CVE-2014-0429, CVE-2014-0461, CVE-2014-0455, CVE-2014-2428, CVE-2014-0448,CVE-2014-0454, CVE-2014-0446, CVE-2014-0452, CVE-2014-0451, CVE-2014-2402,CVE-2014-2423, CVE-2014-2427, CVE-2014-0458, CVE-2014-2414, CVE-2014-2412,CVE-2014-2409, CVE-2014-0460, CVE-2013-6954, CVE-2013-6629, CVE-2014-2401,CVE-2014-0449, CVE-2014-0459, CVE-2014-0453, CVE-2014-2398, CVE-2014-1876,CVE-2014-2420)All users of java-1.7.0-ibm are advised to upgrade to these updatedpackages, containing the IBM Java SE 7 SR7 release. All running instancesof IBM Java must be restarted for the update to take effect.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2014:0486?
The severity of RHSA-2014:0486 is considered important as it addresses multiple vulnerabilities in IBM Java SE version 7.
How do I fix RHSA-2014:0486?
To fix RHSA-2014:0486, update your IBM Java Runtime Environment and IBM Java Software Development Kit to the specified versions in the advisory.
What vulnerabilities are addressed in RHSA-2014:0486?
RHSA-2014:0486 addresses several vulnerabilities related to security issues in the IBM Java Runtime Environment.
What software versions are affected by RHSA-2014:0486?
Affected software versions include several IBM Java packages like javafx, libjavame, and ibm-jdk, particularly in versions 1.7.0-ibm.
Is there a risk if RHSA-2014:0486 is not applied?
Yes, not applying RHSA-2014:0486 may leave your system vulnerable to exploits targeting the addressed vulnerabilities in IBM Java SE.