RHSA-2015:1243: Important: java-1.6.0-sun security update
Oracle Java SE version 6 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-2015-2621, CVE-2015-2625, CVE-2015-2627,CVE-2015-2628, CVE-2015-2632, CVE-2015-2637, CVE-2015-2638, CVE-2015-2664,CVE-2015-2808, CVE-2015-4000, CVE-2015-4731, CVE-2015-4732, CVE-2015-4733,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-1.6.0-sun are advised to upgrade to these updatedpackages, which provide Oracle Java 6 Update 101 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-2015:1243?
The severity of RHSA-2015:1243 is categorized as critical due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix RHSA-2015:1243?
To fix RHSA-2015:1243, you should update Oracle Java SE to the latest patched version as recommended in the advisory.
What vulnerabilities are addressed by RHSA-2015:1243?
RHSA-2015:1243 addresses multiple vulnerabilities in the Oracle Java Runtime Environment that could lead to exploitation.
Is RHSA-2015:1243 applicable to all Oracle Java SE versions?
RHSA-2015:1243 specifically affects Oracle Java SE version 6 and does not apply to other versions.
What are the potential risks of not addressing RHSA-2015:1243?
Not addressing RHSA-2015:1243 could result in serious security risks, including unauthorized access and exploitation of system resources.