Vulnerability identifier: #VU8876
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 3.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-264
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: Yes
Vulnerable software:
Oracle Java SE
Universal components / Libraries /
Software for developers
JRockit
Server applications /
Web servers
Vendor: Oracle
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to cause DoS condition.
The weakness exists due to a flaw in the Networking component. A remote attacker can trigger partial denial of service.
Mitigation
The vulnerability is addressed in the following version: 8u151.
Vulnerable software versions
Oracle Java SE: 6u161, 9, 8u144, 7u151
JRockit: r28.3.15
External links
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpuoct2017-3236626.html
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.