Signature Detail
Short Name |
HTTP:ORACLE:JAVA-SERVICELOADER |
|---|---|
Severity |
High |
Recommended |
No |
Recommended Action |
Drop |
Category |
HTTP |
Keywords |
Oracle Java ServiceLoader Exception Handling Sandbox Bypass |
Release Date |
2014/05/05 |
Update Number |
2371 |
Supported Platforms |
idp-4.0+, isg-3.0+, j-series-9.5+, mx-9.4+, srx-9.2+, srx-branch-9.4+, vsrx-12.1+ |
HTTP: Oracle Java ServiceLoader Exception Handling Sandbox Bypass
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known vulnerability in the Oracle Java ServiceLoader. This flaw could be used to disable the security manager and run Java code with full privileges. A remote, unauthenticated attacker can exploit this vulnerability by enticing a user to visit a webpage containing a maliciously crafted Java applet. Successful exploitation could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the currently logged-in user.
References
- BugTraq: 66866
- CVE: CVE-2014-0457