RHSA-2021:0733: Critical: java-1.7.1-ibm security update
IBM Java SE version 7 Release 1 includes the IBM Java Runtime Environment and the IBM Java Software Development Kit.This update upgrades IBM Java SE 7 to version 7R1 SR4-FP80.Security Fix(es): IBM JDK: Stack-based buffer overflow when converting from UTF-8 characters to platform encoding (CVE-2020-27221) OpenJDK: Race condition in NIO Buffer boundary checks (Libraries, 8244136) (CVE-2020-14803) 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-2021:0733?
RHSA-2021:0733 is classified as a critical security vulnerability.
How do I fix RHSA-2021:0733?
To fix RHSA-2021:0733, upgrade IBM Java SE to version 1.7.1-ibm-1.7.1.4.80 or later.
What software is affected by RHSA-2021:0733?
RHSA-2021:0733 affects multiple IBM Java SE packages including java, demo, devel, jdbc, and plugin.
What kind of vulnerability is described in RHSA-2021:0733?
RHSA-2021:0733 describes a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability when converting from UTF-8 characters.
Is there a workaround for RHSA-2021:0733?
There is no specific workaround mentioned for RHSA-2021:0733, therefore applying the security update is recommended.