CVE-2013-1489

Unspecified vulnerability in the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) component in Oracle Java SE 7 Update 10 and Update 11, when running on Windows using Internet…

published January 31, 2013

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

⚠️ A sneaky gap in Java's security can let attackers execute unsigned code without breaking a sweat! 🔥 Think of it like a theme park with a strict age limit. If the security guard (Java Control Panel) is napping, kids can slip in without a ticket and ride the roller coasters all day! 🎢 This vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute potentially harmful unsigned Java code on the user's machine, bypassing the 'Very High' security settings. That means malware could sneak into your system without any prompts, leading to serious data breaches or system compromise.

Put simply

Think of it like a theme park with a strict age limit. If the security guard (Java Control Panel) is napping, kids can slip in without a ticket and ride the roller coasters all day! 🎢 The unspecified vulnerability in the Java Runtime Environment lets attackers exploit browsers like Internet Explorer, Firefox, Opera, and Chrome to run unsigned Java code, evading user prompts and control settings.

What to do

This vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute potentially harmful unsigned Java code on the user's machine, bypassing the 'Very High' security settings. That means malware could sneak into your system without any prompts, leading to serious data breaches or system compromise. To protect your systems, upgrade to the latest version of Oracle Java SE. Review your Java Control Panel settings to ensure they function as intended, and consider re-evaluating your browser's security configurations. Staying updated is key! You’ve got this! With a little effort, you can keep your Java environment super safe! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.07641 · 94.6th percentile
Published
2013-01-31T14:10Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 31 JAN 14:10Z
    Unspecified vulnerability in the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) component in Oracle Java SE 7 Update 10 and Update 11, when running on Windows using Internet…
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