security update for Oracle Java SE

Number: AV16-022
Date: 9 February 2015

Purpose

The purpose of this advisory is to bring attention to a recent Oracle Java SE security update.

Assessment

CCIRC is aware of a critical vulnerability VulnerabilityA flaw or weakness in the design or implementation of an information system or its environment that could be exploited to adversely affect an organization's assets or operations. in Oracle Java SE which could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code without authentication AuthenticationA process or measure used to verify a users identity. .

Affected versions: Java SE prior to 6u113, 7u97 or 8u73

CVE Reference: CVE-2016-0603

Suggested action

CCIRC recommends that system administrators test and deploy the vendor-released updates to affected applications accordingly.

References:

http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/alert-cve-2016-0603-2874360.html