CVE-2014-0449

Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions Java SE versions 6u71, 7u51, and 8 Java SE Embedded version 7u51

Description The issue is related to the Deployment subcomponent of the Java Development Kit and Java Runtime Environment, allowing a remote attacker to compromise the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data. The estimated number of potentially affected devices worldwide is not specified. Details about real-world incidents where this issue was exploited are not provided.

Recommendations For Java SE versions 6u71, 7u51, and 8, and Java SE Embedded version 7u51, update to a version that includes the fix for this issue. As a temporary workaround, consider restricting access to the Deployment subcomponent until a patch is available. Avoid using the Deployment subcomponent in sensitive operations until the issue is resolved. At the moment, there is no information about a newer version that contains a fix for this vulnerability.