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CVE-2017-10388: Vulnerability in the Java SE, Java SE Embedded component of Oracle Java SE (subcomponent: Libraries).

Vulnerability in the Java SE, Java SE Embedded component of Oracle Java SE (subcomponent: Libraries). Supported versions that are affected are Java SE: 6u161, 7u151, 8u144 and 9; Java SE Embedded: 8u144. Difficult to exploit vulnerability allows unauthenticated attacker with network access via Kerberos to compromise Java SE, Java SE Embedded. Successful attacks require human interaction from a person other than the attacker. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in takeover of Java SE, Java SE Embedded. Note: Applies to the Java SE Kerberos client. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 7.5 (Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H).

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This flaw affects older Java runtimes and can let a network attacker compromise Java if they can reach the Kerberos client path and convince a user to interact. The impact is severe because successful exploitation could take over the affected Java environment, but the sources describe it as difficult and requiring user interaction. Exposure is most likely in systems running Java SE 6u161, 7u151, 8u144, 9, or Java SE Embedded 8u144, especially applications or appliances using Kerberos client functionality. Downstream vendor advisories indicate packaged or embedded Java distributions should also be reviewed. Treat as high priority for legacy Java estates and Kerberos-dependent systems. It is not shown as actively exploited in the provided sources, but the potential result is takeover. Patch during the next high-priority maintenance window, with faster handling for exposed authentication workflows. Mitigation focus: Upgrade affected Java runtimes using Oracle October 2017 CPU guidance.; Apply relevant downstream vendor updates for packaged or embedded Java distributions.; Prioritize systems using Java Kerberos client functionality..

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Oracle CorporationJavaJava SE: 6u161, 7u151, 8u144, 9; Java SE Embedded: 8u144Listed
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