Vulnerability identifier: #VU7334

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2017-3260

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Oracle Java SE
Universal components / Libraries / Software for developers

Vendor: Oracle

Description
The vulnerability allows a remote unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code.

The weakness exists due to unknown error in Oracle Java SE related to the AWT component. A remote attacker can trick the victim into visiting a specially crafted webpage, execute arbitrary code with privileges of the current user and compromise vulnerable system.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Oracle Java SE: 8u112, 7u121

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External links
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpujan2017-2881727.html

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Q & A

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.