Vulnerability in Oracle Java SE, Java SE Embedded, and JRockit Components

CVE-2016-5547

What is CVE-2016-5547?

An easily exploitable vulnerability exists in the Libraries component of Oracle's Java SE, Java SE Embedded, and JRockit, allowing unauthenticated attackers with network access to affect both client and server deployments. The flaw can lead to a partial denial of service (DoS) in Java applications. It is exploitable through sandboxed Java Web Start applications, applets, and directly via APIs, which enables data submission without the constraints of the sandboxed environment. This threat underscores the importance of maintaining updated software and enhancing security measures.

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