Vulnerability Description
The com.ibm.rmi.io.SunSerializableFactory class in IBM Java SDK 7.0.0 before SR6 allows remote attackers to bypass a sandbox protection mechanism and execute arbitrary code via vectors related to deserialization inside the AccessController doPrivileged block.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Java | 7.0.0.0 |
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2013-11/msg00013.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2013-1507.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/56338
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IV51329
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21655201Vendor Advisory
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21655202Vendor Advisory
- http://www.security-explorations.com/materials/SE-2012-01-IBM-3.pdf
- http://www.security-explorations.com/materials/SE-2012-01-IBM-5.pdf
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/88255
- https://www.ibm.com/developerworks/java/jdk/alerts/#IBM_Security_Update_NovemberVendor Advisory
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2013-11/msg00013.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2013-1507.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/56338
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IV51329
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21655201Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-5456?
CVE-2013-5456 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). The com.ibm.rmi.io.SunSerializableFactory class in IBM Java SDK 7.0.0 before SR6 allows remote attackers to bypass a sandbox protection mechanism and execute arbitrary code via vectors related to dese...
How severe is CVE-2013-5456?
CVE-2013-5456 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2013-5456?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Java.