RHSA-2015:1921: Important: java-1.7.0-openjdk security update
The java-1.7.0-openjdk packages provide the OpenJDK 7 Java RuntimeEnvironment and the OpenJDK 7 Java Software Development Kit.Multiple flaws were discovered in the CORBA, Libraries, RMI, Serialization,and 2D components in OpenJDK. An untrusted Java application or applet coulduse these flaws to completely bypass Java sandbox restrictions.(CVE-2015-4835, CVE-2015-4881, CVE-2015-4843, CVE-2015-4883, CVE-2015-4860,CVE-2015-4805, CVE-2015-4844)Multiple denial of service flaws were found in the JAXP component inOpenJDK. A specially crafted XML file could cause a Java application usingJAXP to consume an excessive amount of CPU and memory when parsed.(CVE-2015-4803, CVE-2015-4893, CVE-2015-4911)It was discovered that the Security component in OpenJDK failed to properlycheck if a certificate satisfied all defined constraints. In certain cases,this could cause a Java application to accept an X.509 certificate whichdoes not meet requirements of the defined policy. (CVE-2015-4872)Multiple flaws were found in the Libraries, 2D, CORBA, JAXP, JGSS, and RMIcomponents in OpenJDK. An untrusted Java application or applet could usethese flaws to bypass certain Java sandbox restrictions. (CVE-2015-4806,CVE-2015-4840, CVE-2015-4882, CVE-2015-4842, CVE-2015-4734, CVE-2015-4903)Red Hat would like to thank Andrea Palazzo of Truel IT for reporting theCVE-2015-4806 issue.All users of java-1.7.0-openjdk are advised to upgrade to these updatedpackages, which resolve these issues. All running instances of OpenJDK Javamust be restarted for the update to take effect.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2015:1921?
The vulnerability RHSA-2015:1921 is rated as critical due to multiple flaws in OpenJDK components.
How do I fix RHSA-2015:1921?
To fix RHSA-2015:1921, upgrade to the fixed version 1.7.0-openjdk-1.7.0.91-2.6.2.1.el5_11.
What components are affected by RHSA-2015:1921?
RHSA-2015:1921 affects the CORBA, Libraries, RMI, Serialization, and 2D components in OpenJDK.
What is the impact of exploiting RHSA-2015:1921?
Exploiting RHSA-2015:1921 could allow an untrusted Java application to execute arbitrary code on the system.
Is RHSA-2015:1921 related to Java security vulnerabilities?
Yes, RHSA-2015:1921 addresses critical security vulnerabilities within the OpenJDK implementation of Java.