# Oracle Java SE vulnerabilities require urgent patching

Published: 2022-01-18 · Severity: routine
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> Oracle Java SE contains multiple vulnerabilities with significant attack impact; immediate patching required.

Source: ipa.go.jp — https://www.ipa.go.jp/archive/security/security-alert/2021/20220119-jre.html

## What to check

- Applies to: The 1 CVE named below. Whether you run an affected version is not assessed: check the versions the source lists.
- Exploitation: No exploitation in the wild and no public exploit is recorded for the CVEs named.

The IPA (Information-technology Promotion Agency) Japan has published a security alert regarding multiple vulnerabilities in Oracle Java SE, including CVE-2022-21349 and others. Oracle has classified these vulnerabilities as having significant impact if exploited, warranting urgent remediation. The advisory directs organizations to apply the latest patches from Oracle as soon as possible across all supported Oracle Java SE versions. The alert also notes a licensing change from Oracle effective April 16, 2019, advising organizations—particularly those using Java commercially—to review license terms and consider engaging Oracle's paid support channels. The IPA recommends using MyJVN version checker to verify current Java SE versions and ensure timely updates.

## Mentioned in this report

- Vulnerabilities: CVE-2022-21349

Source reporting: https://www.ipa.go.jp/archive/security/security-alert/2021/20220119-jre.html

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