Vulnerability identifier: #VU15957
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 4.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-264
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Java SE Embedded
Universal components / Libraries /
Software for developers
Oracle Java SE
Universal components / Libraries /
Software for developers
JRockit
Server applications /
Web servers
Vendor: Oracle
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass security restrictions on the target system.
The weakness exists due to insufficient privileges and access controls. A remote attacker can bypass security restrictions to conduct further attacks.
Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Java SE Embedded: 8u181
Oracle Java SE: 11, 8u181, 7u191, 6u201
JRockit: R28.3.19
External links
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpuoct2018-4428296.html
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.