CVE-2013-2428

Unspecified vulnerability in the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) component in Oracle Java SE 7 Update 17 and earlier and JavaFX 2.2.7 and earlier allows remote…

published April 17, 2013

CVSS
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EPSS
5%
Percentile
91.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An unspecified vulnerability in the Java Runtime Environment could leave your application exposed! Think of this like a mysterious leak in a water pipeline that you can't see, but it still threatens to flood your basement. Just like waiting for the plumber without any clues, you're left in the dark about how bad it could get! An attacker could potentially manipulate confidentiality, integrity, and availability in ways that are still unclear — like the hidden dangers lurking behind that wall of water. While the exact nature of the vulnerability is unspecified, the potential for damage could be absolutely devastating if exploited.

Put simply

Think of this like a mysterious leak in a water pipeline that you can't see, but it still threatens to flood your basement. Just like waiting for the plumber without any clues, you're left in the dark about how bad it could get! This vulnerability lies within the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) and is related to JavaFX, allowing remote attackers to affect system integrity and confidentiality through unknown vectors. It's important to note that this is a different issue from other known vulnerabilities like CVE-2013-0402 and CVE-2013-2414.

What to do

An attacker could potentially manipulate confidentiality, integrity, and availability in ways that are still unclear — like the hidden dangers lurking behind that wall of water. While the exact nature of the vulnerability is unspecified, the potential for damage could be absolutely devastating if exploited. To protect yourself, ensure that you update to the latest version of Oracle Java SE and JavaFX. Regularly check for updates and patches provided by Oracle to mitigate any potential risks. Staying informed is key! You've got this! By keeping your Java environment updated, you're stepping up as a security hero! 🦸‍♂️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.04712 · 91.8th percentile
Published
2013-04-17T15:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 17 APR 15:00Z
    Unspecified vulnerability in the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) component in Oracle Java SE 7 Update 17 and earlier and JavaFX 2.2.7 and earlier allows remote…
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