CVE-2012-5079: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2012-5079: Unspecified vulnerability in the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) component in Oracle Java SE 7 Update 7 and...

Unspecified vulnerability in the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) component in Oracle Java SE 7 Update 7 and earlier, 6 Update 35 and earlier, 5.0 Update 36 and earlier, and 1.4.2_38 and earlier allows remote attackers to affect integrity via unknown vectors related to Libraries, a different vulnerability than CVE-2012-5073.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 20:58 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2012-5079 is an old Oracle Java Runtime Environment issue. Public data says remote attackers could affect integrity, but the vector and technical details are unspecified. Business risk mainly depends on whether legacy Java runtimes remain in desktops, servers, or embedded application stacks. Exposure is most likely in organizations retaining unsupported Java SE/JRE versions, vendor-packaged Java builds, or legacy applications that bundle private JRE copies. Modern environments are unlikely to be exposed unless old runtimes remain installed or embedded. Treat as an inventory and legacy-risk issue. It is not KEV-listed in the provided data, but any remaining affected Java runtime deserves remediation because Java often sits inside business-critical applications and may be overlooked. Mitigation focus: Inventory all Java runtimes, including bundled application JRE directories.; Remove or replace affected Oracle Java SE/JRE versions.; Check Red Hat, SUSE, IBM, Hitachi, and Oracle guidance for fixed builds..

Prepared: Jun 27, 2026, 16:25 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Oct 16, 2012, 21:29 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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javaruntimeenvironment-lib-cve20125079(79433)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
oval:org.mitre.oval:def:16602CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature

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