Advisory Published

RHSA-2016:2088: Critical: java-1.8.0-oracle security update

First published: Thu Oct 20 2016(Updated: )

Oracle Java SE version 8 includes the Oracle Java Runtime Environment and the Oracle Java Software Development Kit.<br>This update upgrades Oracle Java SE 8 to version 8 Update 111.<br>Security Fix(es):<br><li> This update fixes multiple vulnerabilities in the Oracle Java Runtime Environment and the Oracle Java Software Development Kit. Further information about these flaws can be found on the Oracle Java SE Critical Patch Update Advisory page, listed in the References section. (CVE-2016-5542, CVE-2016-5554, CVE-2016-5556, CVE-2016-5573, CVE-2016-5582, CVE-2016-5597)</li>

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Oracle Java

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of RHSA-2016:2088?

    The severity of RHSA-2016:2088 is classified as critical due to the presence of multiple vulnerabilities in Oracle Java SE.

  • How do I fix RHSA-2016:2088?

    To fix RHSA-2016:2088, upgrade Oracle Java SE to version 8 Update 111 or later.

  • What vulnerabilities are addressed in RHSA-2016:2088?

    RHSA-2016:2088 addresses multiple vulnerabilities in the Oracle Java Runtime Environment.

  • Who is affected by RHSA-2016:2088?

    Any users running an affected version of Oracle Java SE prior to the update are vulnerable to the issues addressed in RHSA-2016:2088.

  • Is there a known exploit for RHSA-2016:2088?

    Yes, there may be known exploits for the vulnerabilities fixed in RHSA-2016:2088, which emphasizes the need for immediate updates.

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