CVE-2013-2465 Oracle Java SE: software flaw
In plain words: A mistake in the software that attackers have found a way to abuse. Depends on the product — see the description and the vendor advisory.
Confirmed exploited by CISA on · US federal patch deadline Apr 18, 2022
What to do
- Install Oracle's security update for Java SE. If no update exists, follow the vendor's workaround or stop using the product until one ships.
- Turn on automatic updates for the operating system and for Office, PDF and archive apps.
- Be careful with unexpected attachments — documents, .zip/.rar files and shortcuts are common bait.
- Use a normal (non-admin) account day to day and keep built-in protection like Microsoft Defender on.
Who is affected
Could reach you. Used in ransomware, which spreads to ordinary people and small businesses.
What's at risk: Your files, saved passwords and accounts. Many of these let a program that is already running gain full administrator control.
The details
- Official name
- Oracle Java SE Unspecified Vulnerability
- Product
- Oracle Java SE
- CISA description
- Unspecified vulnerability in the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) component in Oracle Java SE allows remote attackers to affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability via Unknown vectors related to 2D
- Type of flaw
- Software flaw
- Confirmed exploited
- Mar 28, 2022 — known to be used in ransomware attacks
- US federal patch deadline
- Apr 18, 2022
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Questions about CVE-2013-2465
Is CVE-2013-2465 being exploited?
Yes. CISA added CVE-2013-2465 to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog on Mar 28, 2022, which means there is reliable evidence of real-world attacks, including by ransomware groups.
How do I fix CVE-2013-2465?
Install Oracle's security update for Java SE. If no update exists, follow the vendor's workaround or stop using the product until one ships. Turn on automatic updates for the operating system and for Office, PDF and archive apps.
Am I affected by CVE-2013-2465?
Only if you use Oracle Java SE. Used in ransomware, which spreads to ordinary people and small businesses.