CVE-2013-0428

Unspecified vulnerability in the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) component in Oracle Java SE 7 through Update 11, 6 through Update 38, 5.0 through Update 38…

published February 2, 2013

CVSS
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EPSS
8%
Percentile
94.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A mysterious vulnerability lurks in the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) — this one could be a sneaky gremlin affecting your apps without a clear entry point! 😱 Think of it like a library with a hidden room that no one knows how to access. If the wrong person slips into that room, they could rummage through sensitive books without anyone noticing! 📚 While the specifics are unclear, remote attackers could potentially manipulate this vulnerability to compromise the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your applications. This means they could peek at sensitive data, tamper with it, or even bring your services down, which is absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a library with a hidden room that no one knows how to access. If the wrong person slips into that room, they could rummage through sensitive books without anyone noticing! 📚 This unspecified vulnerability in Java SE impacts various versions by potentially allowing unauthorized access through the Reflection API, which handles how classes are examined and manipulated at runtime. The exact vectors are unknown, making it tricky to pin down the risk level.

What to do

While the specifics are unclear, remote attackers could potentially manipulate this vulnerability to compromise the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your applications. This means they could peek at sensitive data, tamper with it, or even bring your services down, which is absolutely devastating! Check your Java version and update to the latest available patch to mitigate this issue. Regularly review your application’s dependencies and ensure robust security practices are in place. Don’t forget to keep an eye on announcements from Oracle regarding this vulnerability! 🔒 You’ve got this! Stay proactive with updates and your systems will be much safer. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.07634 · 94.6th percentile
Published
2013-02-02T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 02 FEB 00:00Z
    Unspecified vulnerability in the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) component in Oracle Java SE 7 through Update 11, 6 through Update 38, 5.0 through Update 38…
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