# Oracle Java SE vulnerability requiring urgent patching

Published: 2022-07-19 · Severity: high
Canonical: https://vorant.io/reports/5aef5cf3-6402-565f-b2b7-9c9a5a6b2ba0/oracle-java-se-vulnerability-requiring-urgent-patching

> Oracle Java SE contains critical vulnerabilities including CVE-2022-34169 requiring immediate patching.

The Japan Information-technology Promotion Agency (IPA) issued a security alert on July 20, 2022 regarding multiple vulnerabilities in Oracle Java SE. The alert indicates that Oracle has announced these vulnerabilities have significant impact if exploited, warranting urgent remediation. Organizations running supported versions of Oracle Java SE should update to the latest version provided by Oracle as soon as possible.

The alert emphasizes the severity and impact potential of these flaws. Users are advised to apply patches promptly. The alert also notes that since April 2022, Oracle has changed its licensing model for Java releases, particularly affecting organizations with commercial deployments. Organizations should review licensing terms and consider obtaining paid support from Oracle or other vendors.

## Mentioned in this report

- Vulnerabilities: CVE-2022-34169

Source reporting: https://www.ipa.go.jp/archive/security/security-alert/2022/20220720-jre.html

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