CVE-2012-5084: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2012-5084: 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 confidentiality, integrity, and availability via unknown vectors related to Swing.

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

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an old Oracle Java Runtime Environment flaw affecting Java SE 7u7 and earlier, 6u35 and earlier, 5.0u36 and earlier, and 1.4.2_38 and earlier. The public record says remote attackers could impact confidentiality, integrity, and availability through unknown Swing-related vectors, but does not describe attack details. Exposure is most likely where obsolete Oracle Java SE/JRE versions remain on endpoints, servers, or bundled application runtimes. Client systems running old Java browser/plugin-era stacks may be especially relevant, but the source bundle does not confirm a browser-only vector. Treat this as a legacy-risk cleanup item with high potential impact but incomplete exploit detail. Prioritize environments still carrying old Java, especially where unsupported runtimes support business applications. Mitigation focus: Inventory Java/JRE versions across endpoints, servers, and bundled application runtimes.; Prioritize removal or upgrade of Java SE versions at or below the affected releases.; Check Oracle and applicable OS/vendor advisories for corrected packages and upgrade guidance..

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-swing-cve20125084(79423)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
oval:org.mitre.oval:def:16553CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature

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