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December 2007

3527 - HP-UX Running Java JRE and JDK, Remote Unauthorized Access

ID: 3527
Date: 21/12/2007

Title: 3527 - HP-UX Running Java JRE and JDK, Remote Unauthorized Access
Platform level affected:Operating System
Hardware components affected:Other
Specific operating systems components affected: Unix
Net-enabled software: Other
Security software:Other
Other software: Run-time Environment
Remediation Summary:Update your copy of the software with the download available from the supplier.
Vendors affected:HP
Applications affected:Java
Adversity source: Unknown
Attack Vector: Vulnerability exploitation
Virulence: Unknown
Warning Status: Active
Potential Damage: Remote execution/modification
Possible Duration: Open Ended
Availability of fix: Available
Type of fix: Patch
Source: Hewlett-Packard
Reliability of source: Trusted
Source URL: http://www.hp.com/go/java
CVE: CVE-2007-5240, CVE-2007-5239, CVE-2007-5236, CVE-2007-5237, CVE-2007-5238, CVE-2007-5273, CVE-2007-5274, CVE-2007-5232, CVE-2007-5689
Abstract: Potential security vulnerabilities have been identified in Java Runtime Environment (JRE) and Java Developer Kit (JDK) running on HP-UX.

SUPPORT COMMUNICATION - SECURITY BULLETIN

Document ID: c01234533

Version: 4

HPSBUX02284 SSRT071483 rev.4 - HP-UX Running Java JRE and JDK, Remote Unauthorized Access

NOTICE: The information in this Security Bulletin should be acted upon as soon as possible.

Release Date: 2007-11-19

Last Updated: 2007-12-19

Potential Security Impact: Remote unauthorized access

Source: Hewlett-Packard Company, HP Software Security Response Team

VULNERABILITY SUMMARY

Potential security vulnerabilities have been identified in Java Runtime Environment (JRE) and Java Developer Kit (JDK) running on HP-UX. These vulnerabilities may allow remote unauthorized access.

References: SUN Alert ID: 103071 (CVE-2007-5240), 103072 (CVE-2007-5239), 103073 (CVE-2007-5236, CVE-2007-5237, CVE-2007-5238), 103078 (CVE-2007-5273, CVE-2007-5274), 103079 (CVE-2007-5232), 103112 (CVE-2007-5689)

SUPPORTED SOFTWARE VERSIONS*: ONLY impacted versions are listed.

HP-UX B.11.11, B.11.23, and B.11.31 running Java Runtime Environment (JRE) v5.0.10 and earlier, and Java Developer Kit (JDK), v1.4.2.16 and earlier.

BACKGROUND

To determine if a system has an affected version, search the output of "swlist -a revision -l fileset" for an affected fileset. Then determine if a fixed revision or applicable patch is installed.

AFFECTED VERSIONS

HP-UX B.11.11

HP-UX B.11.23

HP-UX B.11.31

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Jpi14.JPI14-COM

Jpi14.JPI14-COM-DOC

Jpi14.JPI14-IPF32

Jpi14.JPI14-PA11

Jdk14.JDK14-COM

Jdk14.JDK14-DEMO

Jdk14.JDK14-IPF32

Jdk14.JDK14-IPF64

Jdk14.JDK14-PA11

Jdk14.JDK14-PA20

Jdk14.JDK14-PA20W

Jdk14.JDK14-PNV2

Jdk14.JDK14-PWV2

Jre14.JRE14-COM

Jre14.JRE14-COM-DOC

Jre14.JRE14-IPF32

Jre14.JRE14-IPF32-HS

Jre14.JRE14-IPF64

Jre14.JRE14-IPF64-HS

Jre14.JRE14-PA11

Jre14.JRE14-PA11-HS

Jre14.JRE14-PA20

Jre14.JRE14-PA20-HS

Jre14.JRE14-PA20W

Jre14.JRE14-PA20W-HS

Jre14.JRE14-PNV2

Jre14.JRE14-PNV2-H

Jre14.JRE14-PWV2

Jre14.JRE14-PWV2-H

action: install revision 1.4.2.17.00 or subsequent

Jdk15.JDK15-COM

Jdk15.JDK15-DEMO

Jdk15.JDK15-IPF32

Jdk15.JDK15-IPF64

Jdk15.JDK15-PA20

Jdk15.JDK15-PA20W

Jdk15.JDK15-PNV2

Jdk15.JDK15-PWV2

Jre15.JRE15-COM

Jre15.JRE15-COM-DOC

Jre15.JRE15-IPF32

Jre15.JRE15-IPF32-HS

Jre15.JRE15-IPF64

Jre15.JRE15-IPF64-HS

Jre15.JRE15-PA20

Jre15.JRE15-PA20-HS

Jre15.JRE15-PA20W

Jre15.JRE15-PA20W-HS

Jre15.JRE15-PNV2

Jre15.JRE15-PNV2-H

Jre15.JRE15-PWV2

Jre15.JRE15-PWV2-H

->action: install revision 1.5.0.11 or subsequent

END AFFECTED VERSIONS

RESOLUTION

HP is providing the following Java updates to resolve the vulnerabilities.

The updates are available from: http://www.hp.com/go/java

These issues are addressed in the following versions of the HP Java:

HP-UX B.11.11

JDK and JRE v5.0.11 or subsequent

SDK and JRE v1.4.2.17 or subsequent

HP-UX B.11.23

JDK and JRE v5.0.11 or subsequent

SDK and JRE v1.4.2.17 or subsequent

HP-UX B.11.31

JDK and JRE v5.0.11 or subsequent

SDK and JRE v1.4.2.17 or subsequent

Older versions of Java may remain installed on the system or removed if no longer needed.

MANUAL ACTIONS: Yes - Update

For Java v5.0.10 and earlier, update to Java v5.0.11 or subsequent.

For Java v1.4.2.16 and earlier, update to Java v1.4.2.17 or subsequent.

PRODUCT SPECIFIC INFORMATION

HP-UX Software Assistant:

HP-UX Software Assistant is an enhanced application that replaces HP-UX Security Patch Check. It analyzes all HP-issued Security Bulletins and lists recommended actions that may apply to a specific HP-UX system. It can also download patches and create a depot automatically. For more information see: https://www.hp.com/go/swa

HISTORY:

Version: 1 (rev.1) 31 October 2007 Initial release

Version: 2 (rev.2) 14 November 2007 JDK and JRE v5.0.11, SDK and JRE v1.4.2.17 are available.

Version: 3 (rev.3) 19 November 2007 Format change in references.

Version: 4 (rev.4) 19 December 2007 Change Affected Versions, v5.0.11 maps to revision 1.5.0.11.

Third Party Security Patches:

Third party security patches which are to be installed on systems running HP software products should be applied in accordance with the customer's patch management policy. Support: For further information, contact normal HP Services support channel.

Support: For further information, contact normal HP Services support channel.

Report: To report a potential security vulnerability with any HP supported product, send Email to: security-alert@hp.com It is strongly recommended that security related information being communicated to HP be encrypted using PGP, especially exploit information.

To get the security-alert PGP key, please send an e-mail message as follows:

To: security-alert@hp.com

Subject: get key

Subscribe: To initiate a subscription to receive future HP Security Bulletins via Email:

http://h30046.www3.hp.com/driverAlertProfile.php?regioncode=NA&langcode=USENG&jumpid=in_SC-GEN__driverITRC&topiccode=ITRC

On the web page: ITRC security bulletins and patch sign-up Under Step1: your ITRC security bulletins and patches

- check ALL categories for which alerts are required and continue.

Under Step2: your ITRC operating systems

- verify your operating system selections are checked and save.

To update an existing subscription: http://h30046.www3.hp.com/subSignIn.php

On the web page: Subscriber's Choice: your profile summary - use Edit Profile to update appropriate sections.

To review previously published Security Bulletins visit: http://www.itrc.hp.com/service/cki/secBullArchive.do

* The Software Product Category that this Security Bulletin relates to is represented by the 5th and 6th characters of the Bulletin number in the title:

GN = HP General SW

MA = HP Management Agents

MI = Misc. 3rd Party SW

MP = HP MPE/iX

NS = HP NonStop Servers

OV = HP OpenVMS

PI = HP Printing & Imaging

ST = HP Storage SW

TL = HP Trusted Linux

TU = HP Tru64 UNIX

UX = HP-UX

VV = HP VirtualVault

System management and security procedures must be reviewed frequently to maintain system integrity. HP is continually reviewing and enhancing the security features of software products to provide customers with current secure solutions.

"HP is broadly distributing this Security Bulletin in order to bring to the attention of users of the affected HP products the important security information contained in this Bulletin. HP recommends that all users determine the applicability of this information to their individual situations and take appropriate action. HP does not warrant that this information is necessarily accurate or complete for all user situations and, consequently, HP will not be responsible for any damages resulting from user's use or disregard of the information provided in this Bulletin. To the extent permitted by law, HP disclaims all warranties, either express or implied, including the warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, title and non-infringement."

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