CVE-2012-4822
Overview
CVE-2012-4822 is a known-severity vulnerability affecting ibm java. It was published on January 11, 2013.
Technical Description
Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in the JRE component in IBM Java 7 SR2 and earlier, Java 6.0.1 SR3 and earlier, Java 6 SR11 and earlier, Java 5 SR14 and earlier, and Java 142 SR13 FP13 and earlier; as used in IBM Rational Host On-Demand, Rational Change, Tivoli Monitoring, Smart Analytics System 5600, Tivoli Remote Control 5.1.2, WebSphere Real Time, Lotus Notes & Domino, Tivoli Storage Productivity Center, and Service Deliver Manager; and other products from other vendors such as Red Hat, allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via vectors related to "insecure use [of] multiple methods in the java.lang.class class."
Remediation
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from ibm. Update java 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
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| ibm | java | 1.4.2 | Affected |
References
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-4822?
CVE-2012-4822 is a known-severity vulnerability affecting ibm java. It was published on January 11, 2013.
How severe is CVE-2012-4822?
CVSS score information is not yet available for this vulnerability. Check back as the CVE record is updated by NVD analysts.
How do I fix or remediate CVE-2012-4822?
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from ibm. Update java 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.
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