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4.3

Oracle Java SE 7u60 and 8u5 could expose data

CVE-2014-4221 · published 12 years ago
Summary

The Java runtime versions 7 update 60 and 8 update 5 may allow a remote attacker to read confidential information from a vulnerable system. This risk exists because of flaws in the libraries used by those Java versions. Upgrade to the latest Java SE releases or apply the vendor's security updates as soon as possible.

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 1.7.0
1.8.0
cpe:2.3:a:oracle:jdk:1.7.0:update60:*:*:*:*:*:*
oracle jre 1.7.0
1.8.0
cpe:2.3:a:oracle:jre:1.7.0:update60:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
Unspecified vulnerability in Oracle Java SE 7u60 and 8u5 allows remote attackers to affect confidentiality via unknown vectors related to Libraries.
Unspecified vulnerability in Oracle Java SE 7u60 and 8u5 allows remote attackers to affect confidentiality via unknown vectors related to Libraries.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 60 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
4.3 Medium
Exploitation
3% chance of attack within 30 days
Timeline
Published17 Jul 2014
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2014-4221 · NVD
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