CVE-2016-5556 Other in n/a

Critical 9.6 Published 25 Oct 2016 Updated 10 Oct 2024

Remote attackers can compromise confidentiality, integrity, and availability in Oracle Java SE via 2D vectors, requiring immediate patching.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: A user has to click or open something
Fix: Available

What is CVE-2016-5556?

CVE-2016-5556 is a critical vulnerability in Oracle Jdk, published on 25 Oct 2016. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

Unspecified vulnerability in Oracle Java SE 6u121, 7u111, and 8u102 allows remote attackers to affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability via vectors related to 2D.

Weakness: CWE-284

Which versions are affected by CVE-2016-5556?

It affects 2 products.

Products include Oracle Jdk, Oracle Jre.

How do I fix CVE-2016-5556?

Apply the vendor's patch.

Is CVE-2016-5556 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2016-5556 in the wild and no public exploit code.

All Oracle Jdk vulnerabilities

Sources

Also known as GHSA-h296-rv9c-3fhw, MINI-jjh8-q5gh-q5x8.