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10.0

Oracle Java 7 JRE up to update 7 can be remotely compromised

CVE-2012-5088 · published 14 years ago
Summary

Versions of Oracle Java SE 7 JRE and JDK up to update 7 contain a flaw that could let an attacker access, change, or disrupt your system from a distance. This could expose sensitive data, alter files, or cause services to stop working. Update to a newer Java release as soon as possible to protect your environment.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
oracle jre <= 1.7.0
1.7.0
cpe:2.3:a:oracle:jre:*:update7:*:*:*:*:*:*
oracle jdk <= 1.7.0
1.7.0
cpe:2.3:a:oracle:jdk:*:update7:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
Unspecified vulnerability in the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) component in Oracle Java SE 7 Update 7 and earlier allows remote attackers to affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability via...
Unspecified vulnerability in the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) component in Oracle Java SE 7 Update 7 and earlier allows remote attackers to affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability via unknown vectors related to Libraries.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 3 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Severity
10.0 Critical
Exploitation
79% chance of attack within 30 days
Timeline
Published16 Oct 2012
Updated29 Sep 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2012-5088 · NVD
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