CVE-2013-2473

Unspecified vulnerability in the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) component in Oracle Java SE 7 Update 21 and earlier, 6 Update 45 and earlier, and 5.0 Update 45…

published June 18, 2013

CVSS
—
EPSS
7%
Percentile
94.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An undisclosed vulnerability in the Java Runtime Environment may leave your applications vulnerable! This sneaky flaw could let remote attackers slip through the Java sandbox, affecting secrecy and reliability. 🔥 Think of the Java sandbox as a high-security hotel: it should keep unwanted guests out, but this vulnerability is like a bellhop who accidentally gives out keys to anyone who asks, letting them access restricted areas without permission. If exploited, this could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, allowing attackers to tamper with applications or disrupt their availability—definitely not the kind of party you want crasher!

Put simply

Think of the Java sandbox as a high-security hotel: it should keep unwanted guests out, but this vulnerability is like a bellhop who accidentally gives out keys to anyone who asks, letting them access restricted areas without permission. This vulnerability in the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) relates to improper size checks in the handling of 2D graphics, which could potentially allow attackers to bypass the sandbox protections that isolate untrusted code.

What to do

If exploited, this could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, allowing attackers to tamper with applications or disrupt their availability—definitely not the kind of party you want crasher! Update to the latest version of Oracle Java SE or OpenJDK to mitigate this risk. Regularly check for security patches and apply them promptly to keep your environment secure. You've got this! Stay vigilant and keep your systems updated to maintain your security hero status! 🦸‍♂️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.07498 · 94.5th percentile
Published
2013-06-18T22:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 18 JUN 22:00Z
    Unspecified vulnerability in the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) component in Oracle Java SE 7 Update 21 and earlier, 6 Update 45 and earlier, and 5.0 Update 45…
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