RHSA-2018:2253: Critical: java-1.8.0-oracle security update
Oracle Java SE version 8 includes the Oracle Java Runtime Environment and the Oracle Java Software Development Kit.This update upgrades Oracle Java SE 8 to version 8 Update 181.Security Fix(es): Oracle JDK: unspecified vulnerability fixed in 7u191, 8u181, and 10.0.2 (JavaFX) (CVE-2018-2941) Oracle JDK: unspecified vulnerability fixed in 8u181 and 10.0.2 (Deployment) (CVE-2018-2964) Oracle JDK: unspecified vulnerability fixed in 6u201, 7u191, 8u181, and 10.0.2 (Libraries) (CVE-2018-2940) OpenJDK: insufficient index validation in PatternSyntaxException getMessage() (Concurrency, 8199547) (CVE-2018-2952) Oracle JDK: unspecified vulnerability fixed in 6u201, 7u191, 8u181, and 10.0.2 (JSSE) (CVE-2018-2973) For more details about the security issue(s), including the impact, a CVSS score, and other related information, refer to the CVE page(s) listed in the References section.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2018:2253?
The severity of RHSA-2018:2253 is classified as critical.
How do I fix RHSA-2018:2253?
To fix RHSA-2018:2253, upgrade Oracle Java SE to version 8 Update 181.
What vulnerabilities are addressed in RHSA-2018:2253?
RHSA-2018:2253 addresses unspecified vulnerabilities fixed in Oracle JDK versions 7u191, 8u181, and 10.0.2.
Which versions of Oracle Java SE are affected by RHSA-2018:2253?
RHSA-2018:2253 affects Oracle Java SE version 8 prior to Update 181.
Is there any risk of exploitation associated with RHSA-2018:2253?
Yes, there is a risk of exploitation associated with the vulnerabilities addressed in RHSA-2018:2253 if not patched.