RHSA-2020:0469: Important: java-1.8.0-ibm security update
IBM Java SE version 8 includes the IBM Java Runtime Environment and the IBM Java Software Development Kit.This update upgrades IBM Java SE 8 to version 8 SR6-FP5.Security Fix(es): OpenJDK: Serialization filter changes via jdk.serialFilter property modification (Serialization, 8231422) (CVE-2020-2604) OpenJDK: Incorrect isBuiltinStreamHandler check causing URL normalization issues (Networking, 8228548) (CVE-2020-2593) OpenJDK: Incorrect exception processing during deserialization in BeanContextSupport (Serialization, 8224909) (CVE-2020-2583) OpenJDK: Incomplete enforcement of maxDatagramSockets limit in DatagramChannelImpl (Networking, 8231795) (CVE-2020-2659) For more details about the security issue(s), including the impact, a CVSS score, acknowledgments, and other related information, refer to the CVE page(s) listed in the References section.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2020:0469?
The severity of RHSA-2020:0469 is classified as important due to vulnerabilities in the IBM Java SE 8 that could potentially allow for unsafe deserialization.
How do I fix RHSA-2020:0469?
To fix RHSA-2020:0469, you should upgrade your IBM Java SE to version 8 SR6-FP5 or later.
What vulnerabilities are addressed in RHSA-2020:0469?
RHSA-2020:0469 addresses vulnerabilities related to serialization filter changes which can affect application security.
Which IBM Java SE versions are affected by RHSA-2020:0469?
RHSA-2020:0469 affects several IBM Java SE 8 versions, specifically those before version 8 SR6-FP5.
Is RHSA-2020:0469 a critical vulnerability?
While RHSA-2020:0469 is important, it is not classified as critical, but it is still advisable to apply the recommended updates promptly.