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CVE-2013-0431

Oracle JRE Sandbox Bypass

3.7 LOWActively exploited (CISA KEV)Used in ransomwareEPSS 90.1%
  1. Published31 Jan 2013
  2. Added to CISA KEV25 May 2022
  3. Remediation due15 Jun 2022
Actively exploited (CISA KEV)

Unspecified vulnerability in the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) component in Oracle allows remote attackers to bypass the Java security sandbox.

Added to KEV: 25 May 2022Federal remediation due: 15 Jun 2022Used in ransomware

Description

Unspecified vulnerability in the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) component in Oracle Java SE 7 through Update 11, and OpenJDK 7, allows user-assisted remote attackers to bypass the Java security sandbox via unspecified vectors related to JMX, aka "Issue 52," a different vulnerability than CVE-2013-1490.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityHigh
Privileges requiredNone
User interactionNone
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N

Affected products

Oracle Jre1.7.0
Oracle Openjdk7

Remediation

No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.

References

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Frequently asked

Is CVE-2013-0431 being actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2013-0431 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, added 25 May 2022. It has been used in ransomware campaigns.

How severe is CVE-2013-0431?

CVE-2013-0431 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 3.7, rated low. EPSS estimates a 90.1% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2013-0431?

Affected products include Oracle Jre, Oracle Openjdk.

How do I fix CVE-2013-0431?

Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.