RHSA-2017:0176: Critical: java-1.7.0-oracle security update
Oracle Java SE version 7 includes the Oracle Java Runtime Environment and the Oracle Java Software Development Kit.This update upgrades Oracle Java SE 7 to version 7 Update 131.Security Fix(es): 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-2016-2183, CVE-2016-5546, CVE-2016-5547, CVE-2016-5548, CVE-2016-5549, CVE-2016-5552, CVE-2017-3231, CVE-2017-3241, CVE-2017-3252, CVE-2017-3253, CVE-2017-3259, CVE-2017-3261, CVE-2017-3272, CVE-2017-3289) This update mitigates the CVE-2016-2183 issue by adding 3DES cipher suites to the list of legacy algorithms (defined using the jdk.tls.legacyAlgorithms security property) so they are only used if connecting TLS/SSL client and server do not share any other non-legacy cipher suite.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2017:0176?
The severity of RHSA-2017:0176 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2017:0176?
To fix RHSA-2017:0176, you need to update Oracle Java SE 7 to version 7 Update 131.
What vulnerabilities does RHSA-2017:0176 address?
RHSA-2017:0176 addresses multiple vulnerabilities in the Oracle Java Runtime Environment.
Is RHSA-2017:0176 applicable to all versions of Java?
No, RHSA-2017:0176 specifically applies to Oracle Java SE version 7.
What impact does RHSA-2017:0176 have on system security?
RHSA-2017:0176 improves system security by mitigating vulnerabilities that could be exploited by attackers.