RHSA-2016:2138: Critical: java-1.7.0-ibm security update

Published Nov 2, 2016
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Updated

IBM Java SE version 7 includes the IBM Java Runtime Environment and the IBM JavaSoftware Development Kit.This update upgrades IBM Java SE 7 to version 7 SR9-FP60.Security Fix(es): This update fixes multiple vulnerabilities in the IBM Java Runtime Environment and the IBM Java Software Development Kit. Further information about these flawscan be found on the IBM Java Security alerts page, listed in the Referencessection. (CVE-2016-5542, CVE-2016-5554, CVE-2016-5556, CVE-2016-5573,CVE-2016-5597)

Affected Software

12 affected componentsFixes available
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-1.7.0.9.60-1jpp.1.el5_11
1.7.0-ibm-1.7.0.9.60-1jpp.1.el5_11
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-1.7.0.9.60-1jpp.1.el5_11
1.7.0-ibm-1.7.0.9.60-1jpp.1.el5_11
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-demo-1.7.0.9.60-1jpp.1.el5_11
1.7.0-ibm-demo-1.7.0.9.60-1jpp.1.el5_11
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-demo-1.7.0.9.60-1jpp.1.el5_11
1.7.0-ibm-demo-1.7.0.9.60-1jpp.1.el5_11
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-devel-1.7.0.9.60-1jpp.1.el5_11
1.7.0-ibm-devel-1.7.0.9.60-1jpp.1.el5_11
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-devel-1.7.0.9.60-1jpp.1.el5_11
1.7.0-ibm-devel-1.7.0.9.60-1jpp.1.el5_11
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-jdbc-1.7.0.9.60-1jpp.1.el5_11
1.7.0-ibm-jdbc-1.7.0.9.60-1jpp.1.el5_11
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-jdbc-1.7.0.9.60-1jpp.1.el5_11
1.7.0-ibm-jdbc-1.7.0.9.60-1jpp.1.el5_11
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-plugin-1.7.0.9.60-1jpp.1.el5_11
1.7.0-ibm-plugin-1.7.0.9.60-1jpp.1.el5_11
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-plugin-1.7.0.9.60-1jpp.1.el5_11
1.7.0-ibm-plugin-1.7.0.9.60-1jpp.1.el5_11
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-src-1.7.0.9.60-1jpp.1.el5_11
1.7.0-ibm-src-1.7.0.9.60-1jpp.1.el5_11
redhat/java<1.7.0-ibm-src-1.7.0.9.60-1jpp.1.el5_11
1.7.0-ibm-src-1.7.0.9.60-1jpp.1.el5_11

Remediation

Event History

Nov 2, 2016
Advisory Published
12:00 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of RHSA-2016:2138?

The RHSA-2016:2138 vulnerability is classified as moderate in severity.

2

How do I fix RHSA-2016:2138?

To fix the RHSA-2016:2138 vulnerability, upgrade to IBM Java SE version 7 SR9-FP60 as specified in the advisory.

3

What vulnerabilities are addressed by RHSA-2016:2138?

RHSA-2016:2138 addresses multiple vulnerabilities found in the IBM Java Runtime Environment.

4

What versions of IBM Java are affected by RHSA-2016:2138?

Affected versions include IBM Java SE version 1.7.0-ibm-1.7.0.9.60 and its variants.

5

Is it necessary to apply the patch for RHSA-2016:2138?

Yes, applying the patch for RHSA-2016:2138 is necessary to mitigate security risks associated with the vulnerabilities.

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