CVE-2013-4578 Security feature bypass in n/a

Medium 5.3 Published 29 Dec 2017 Updated 6 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can bypass code-signing protections to inject unsigned bytecode into signed JAR files, potentially executing malicious code.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: Available

What is CVE-2013-4578?

CVE-2013-4578 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Oracle Jdk, published on 29 Dec 2017. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

jarsigner in OpenJDK and Oracle Java SE before 7u51 allows remote attackers to bypass a code-signing protection mechanism and inject unsigned bytecode into a signed JAR file by leveraging improper file validation.

Weakness: CWE-74

Which versions are affected by CVE-2013-4578?

It affects 2 products.

Products include Oracle Jdk, Oracle Jre.

How do I fix CVE-2013-4578?

Upgrade to a fixed version.

Is CVE-2013-4578 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2013-4578 in the wild and no public exploit code.

All Oracle Jdk vulnerabilities

Sources

Also known as GHSA-6xg2-jpwh-hh9f.