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CVE-2011-0706

7.5 · HIGH

The JNLPClassLoader class in IcedTea-Web before 1.0.1, as used in OpenJDK Runtime Environment 1.6.0, allows remote attackers to gain privileges via unknown vectors related to multiple signers and t…

Published Feb 19, 2011redhatCWE-264EPSS 3.09%

Overview

CVE-2011-0706 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting redhat icedtea-web. It was published on February 19, 2011 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

The JNLPClassLoader class in IcedTea-Web before 1.0.1, as used in OpenJDK Runtime Environment 1.6.0, allows remote attackers to gain privileges via unknown vectors related to multiple signers and the assignment of "an inappropriate security descriptor."

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from redhat. Update icedtea-web to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2011-0706?

CVE-2011-0706 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting redhat icedtea-web. It was published on February 19, 2011 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2011-0706?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2011-0706?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from redhat. Update icedtea-web to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2011-0706?

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