RHSA-2015:1241: Critical: java-1.8.0-oracle security update
Oracle Java SE version 8 includes the Oracle Java Runtime Environment andthe Oracle Java Software Development Kit.This update fixes several vulnerabilities in the Oracle Java RuntimeEnvironment and the Oracle Java Software Development Kit. Furtherinformation about these flaws can be found on the Oracle Java SE CriticalPatch Update Advisory page, listed in the References section.(CVE-2015-2590, CVE-2015-2601, CVE-2015-2613, CVE-2015-2619, CVE-2015-2621,CVE-2015-2625, CVE-2015-2627, CVE-2015-2628, CVE-2015-2632, CVE-2015-2637,CVE-2015-2638, CVE-2015-2659, CVE-2015-2664, CVE-2015-2808, CVE-2015-4000,CVE-2015-4729, CVE-2015-4731, CVE-2015-4732, CVE-2015-4733, CVE-2015-4736,CVE-2015-4748, CVE-2015-4749, CVE-2015-4760)Note: With this update, Oracle JDK now disables RC4 TLS/SSL cipher suitesby default to address the CVE-2015-2808 issue. Refer to Red Hat Bugzillabug 1207101, linked to in the References section, for additional detailsabout this change.Note: This update forces the TLS/SSL client implementation in Oracle JDK toreject DH key sizes below 768 bits to address the CVE-2015-4000 issue.Refer to Red Hat Bugzilla bug 1223211, linked to in the References section,for additional details about this change.All users of java-1.8.0-oracle are advised to upgrade to these updatedpackages, which provide Oracle Java 8 Update 51 and resolve these issues.All running instances of Oracle Java must be restarted for the update totake effect.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2015:1241?
The severity of RHSA-2015:1241 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2015:1241?
To fix RHSA-2015:1241, you should update the Oracle Java SE to the latest version provided in the advisory.
Which system components are affected by RHSA-2015:1241?
RHSA-2015:1241 affects the Oracle Java Runtime Environment and the Oracle Java Software Development Kit.
What vulnerabilities are addressed in RHSA-2015:1241?
RHSA-2015:1241 addresses multiple security vulnerabilities in the Oracle Java Runtime Environment.
Is it necessary to apply the RHSA-2015:1241 update?
Yes, applying the RHSA-2015:1241 update is critical to mitigate potential security risks.