CVE-2014-0428

Unspecified vulnerability in Oracle Java SE 5.0u55, 6u65, and 7u45; Java SE Embedded 7u45; and OpenJDK 7 allows remote attackers to affect confidentiality…

published January 15, 2014

CVSS
—
EPSS
6%
Percentile
93.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An unspecified vulnerability in Oracle Java could let remote attackers slip past security checks like a sneaky cat through a barely-open window! Think of it like a hotel with poorly checked guest lists—anyone could walk in without proper verification and access restricted areas. This vulnerability is akin to that, but happening in the digital realm with Java applications. If exploited, an attacker could potentially access confidential information, manipulate data, or even disrupt services. It’s a surprisingly sneaky way for bad actors to undermine system integrity without raising alarms!

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel with poorly checked guest lists—anyone could walk in without proper verification and access restricted areas. This vulnerability is akin to that, but happening in the digital realm with Java applications. This vulnerability stems from insufficient security checks in IIOP streams related to CORBA within Oracle Java SE and OpenJDK, enabling attackers to escape the sandbox environment and compromise the system.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could potentially access confidential information, manipulate data, or even disrupt services. It’s a surprisingly sneaky way for bad actors to undermine system integrity without raising alarms! To mitigate this risk, consider updating to the latest supported versions of Oracle Java SE and ensure all Java applications are patched with security updates. Regularly audit permissions and security checks within your application to bolster defenses. You've got this! Stay vigilant and keep your systems secure! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.06126 · 93.4th percentile
Published
2014-01-15T02:50Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 15 JAN 02:50Z
    Unspecified vulnerability in Oracle Java SE 5.0u55, 6u65, and 7u45; Java SE Embedded 7u45; and OpenJDK 7 allows remote attackers to affect confidentiality…
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