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6.4

Oracle Java SE remote attackers could read or alter data

CVE-2014-2409 · published 12 years ago
Summary

Certain versions of Oracle Java SE (6u71, 7u51, 8) and Java SE Embedded 7u51 contain a flaw that could let someone outside your network view or change information handled by Java’s deployment feature. This could affect the confidentiality and integrity of the data your applications process. Upgrade to the latest Java releases or apply available security patches and restrict Java use to trusted applications.

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 jdk 1.6.0
1.7.0
1.8.0
cpe:2.3:a:oracle:jdk:1.6.0:update71:*:*:*:*:*:*
oracle jre 1.6.0
1.7.0
1.8.0
cpe:2.3:a:oracle:jre:1.6.0:update71:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
Unspecified vulnerability in Oracle Java SE 6u71, 7u51, and 8, and Java SE Embedded 7u51, allows remote attackers to affect confidentiality and integrity via unknown vectors related to Deployment.
Unspecified vulnerability in Oracle Java SE 6u71, 7u51, and 8, and Java SE Embedded 7u51, allows remote attackers to affect confidentiality and integrity via unknown vectors related to Deployment.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
6.4 Medium
Exploitation
3% chance of attack within 30 days
Timeline
Published16 Apr 2014
Updated31 Oct 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2014-2409 · NVD
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