RHSA-2019:0472: Critical: java-1.8.0-ibm security update
IBM Java SE version 8 includes the IBM Java Runtime Environment and the IBM Java Software Development Kit.<br>This update upgrades IBM Java SE 8 to version 8 SR5-FP30.<br>Security Fix(es):<br><li> IBM JDK: buffer overflow in jiosnprintf() and jiovsnprintf() (CVE-2018-12547)</li> <li> IBM JDK: missing null check when accelerating Unsafe calls (CVE-2018-12549)</li> <li> OpenJDK: memory disclosure in FileChannelImpl (Libraries, 8206290) (CVE-2019-2422)</li> <li> libjpeg-turbo: Divide By Zero in allocsarray function in jmemmgr.c (CVE-2018-11212)</li> <li> Oracle JDK: unspecified vulnerability fixed in 8u201 (Deployment) (CVE-2019-2449)</li> For more details about the security issue(s), including the impact, a CVSS score, acknowledgments, 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-2019:0472?
The severity of RHSA-2019:0472 is considered high due to the buffer overflow vulnerability in jio_snprintf() and jio_vsnprintf().
How do I fix RHSA-2019:0472?
To fix RHSA-2019:0472, update your IBM Java SE to version 8 SR5-FP30 or later.
What is the impact of RHSA-2019:0472?
The impact of RHSA-2019:0472 includes potential arbitrary code execution due to the buffer overflow vulnerability.
Which IBM Java SE versions are affected by RHSA-2019:0472?
IBM Java SE versions prior to 8 SR5-FP30 are affected by RHSA-2019:0472.
Is there a workaround for RHSA-2019:0472?
There are no official workarounds for RHSA-2019:0472; upgrading to the patched version is recommended.