CVE-2018-2783: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2018-2783: Vulnerability in the Java SE, Java SE Embedded, JRockit component of Oracle Java SE (subcomponent: Security).

Vulnerability in the Java SE, Java SE Embedded, JRockit component of Oracle Java SE (subcomponent: Security). Supported versions that are affected are Java SE: 6u181, 7u161 and 8u152; Java SE Embedded: 8u152; JRockit: R28.3.17. Difficult to exploit vulnerability allows unauthenticated attacker with network access via multiple protocols to compromise Java SE, Java SE Embedded, JRockit. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized creation, deletion or modification access to critical data or all Java SE, Java SE Embedded, JRockit accessible data as well as unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all Java SE, Java SE Embedded, JRockit accessible data. Note: Applies to client and server deployment of Java. This vulnerability can be exploited through sandboxed Java Web Start applications and sandboxed Java applets. It can also be exploited by supplying data to APIs in the specified Component without using sandboxed Java Web Start applications or sandboxed Java applets, such as through a web service. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 7.4 (Confidentiality and Integrity impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N).

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedOct 3, 2024, 20:19 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2018-2783 is a Java security vulnerability that could let an unauthenticated network attacker read or change data accessible to affected Java runtimes. Exploitation is described as difficult, but impact is high for systems processing untrusted data with vulnerable Java versions. Exposure is most likely in legacy Java runtimes, embedded Java deployments, JRockit environments, and vendor appliances or applications bundling affected Java versions. Server-side Java services that accept untrusted input may be relevant even without browser applets. Prioritize remediation on internet-facing, partner-facing, or appliance-managed systems using affected Java. This is not documented as actively exploited in the provided sources, but the potential data read/write impact justifies high-priority legacy runtime cleanup. Mitigation focus: Apply Oracle April 2018 CPU guidance or later supported Java updates.; Apply relevant OS vendor Java packages, including Red Hat and Ubuntu advisories.; Review HPE, NetApp, and Schneider advisories for bundled Java exposure..

Prepared: Jun 7, 2026, 13:40 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record

Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Apr 19, 2018, 02:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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RHSA-2018:1975CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_REDHAT
https://support.hpe.com/hpsc/doc/public/display?docLocale=en_US&docId=emr_na-hpesbst03857en_usCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
RHSA-2018:1724CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_REDHAT
RHSA-2018:1203CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_REDHAT
USN-3644-1CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_UBUNTU
RHSA-2018:1723CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_REDHAT
https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20180419-0001/CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
https://help.ecostruxureit.com/display/public/UADCE725/Security+fixes+in+StruxureWare+Data+Center+Expert+v7.6.0CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
RHSA-2018:1722CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_REDHAT
RHSA-2018:1974CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_REDHAT
RHSA-2018:1205CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_REDHAT
RHSA-2018:1721CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_REDHAT
https://support.hpe.com/hpsc/doc/public/display?docLocale=en_US&docId=emr_na-hpesbst03915en_usCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM

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