CVE-2018-2941 Explained : Impact and Mitigation
Learn about CVE-2018-2941 affecting Oracle Java SE versions 7u181, 8u172, and 10.0.1. Discover the impact, technical details, affected systems, and mitigation steps.
Oracle Java SE's JavaFX component in versions 7u181, 8u172, and 10.0.1 is vulnerable to exploitation by unauthorized attackers with network access. Successful attacks require human interaction and can lead to a complete takeover of Java SE.
Understanding CVE-2018-2941
This CVE involves a vulnerability in Oracle Java SE's JavaFX component, affecting versions 7u181, 8u172, and 10.0.1.
What is CVE-2018-2941?
The vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers with network access to compromise Java SE, potentially impacting additional products. Successful exploitation can result in the complete takeover of Java SE.
The Impact of CVE-2018-2941
- CVSS 3.0 Base Score: 8.3 (Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability impacts)
- Attack Vector: Network (AV:N)
- Attack Complexity: High (AC:H)
- Privileges Required: None (PR:N)
- User Interaction: Required (UI:R)
- Scope: Changed (S:C)
- Confidentiality Impact: High (C:H)
- Integrity Impact: High (I:H)
- Availability Impact: High (A:H)
Technical Details of CVE-2018-2941
The technical details of the vulnerability in Oracle Java SE.
Vulnerability Description
- Vulnerable Component: Java SE (JavaFX)
- Exploitation: Unauthorized attackers with network access
- Impact: Complete takeover of Java SE
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected Versions: Java SE 7u181, 8u172, 10.0.1
- Products: Java
- Vendor: Oracle Corporation
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attackers with network access
- Human interaction required for successful attacks
- Primarily affects sandboxed Java Web Start applications or applets
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to mitigate and prevent the CVE-2018-2941 vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update Java SE to patched versions
- Restrict network access to vulnerable systems
- Educate users on safe browsing practices
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update Java deployments
- Implement network security measures
- Monitor and restrict Java applet execution
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches provided by Oracle
- Stay informed about security advisories and updates