#VU33716 Improper input validation in Java SE Embedded - CVE-2018-3211

Vulnerability identifier: #VU33716

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 3.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2018-3211

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Java SE Embedded
Universal components / Libraries / Software for developers

Vendor: Oracle

Description

The vulnerability allows a local authenticated user to read and manipulate data.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation within the Serviceability component in Java SE Embedded. A local authenticated user can exploit this vulnerability to read and manipulate data.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Java SE Embedded: 8u181

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External links
https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpuoct2018.html

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.