Vulnerability Description
Vulnerability in the Java SE, Java SE Embedded, JRockit component of Oracle Java SE (subcomponent: Libraries). Supported versions that are affected are Java SE: 6u131, 7u121 and 8u112; Java SE Embedded: 8u111; JRockit: R28.3.12. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows unauthenticated attacker with network access via multiple protocols to compromise Java SE, Java SE Embedded, JRockit. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized creation, deletion or modification access to critical data or all Java SE, Java SE Embedded, JRockit accessible data. Note: Applies to client and server deployment of Java. This vulnerability can be exploited through sandboxed Java Web Start applications and sandboxed Java applets. It can also be exploited by supplying data to APIs in the specified Component without using sandboxed Java Web Start applications or sandboxed Java applets, such as through a web service. CVSS v3.0 Base Score 7.5 (Integrity impacts).
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Oracle | Jdk | 1.6 |
| Oracle | Jre | 1.6 |
| Oracle | Jrockit | r28.3.12 |
References
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017-0175.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017-0176.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017-0177.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017-0180.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017-0263.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017-0269.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017-0336.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017-0337.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017-0338.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3782
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpujan2017-2881727.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95506Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037637
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:1216
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-65
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-5546?
CVE-2016-5546 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Vulnerability in the Java SE, Java SE Embedded, JRockit component of Oracle Java SE (subcomponent: Libraries). Supported versions that are affected are Java SE: 6u131, 7u121 and 8u112; Java SE Embedde...
How severe is CVE-2016-5546?
CVE-2016-5546 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-5546?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Oracle Jdk, Oracle Jre, Oracle Jrockit.