# Oracle Java SE vulnerabilities require urgent patching

Published: 2022-10-18 · Severity: routine
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> Oracle Java SE contains multiple vulnerabilities with high attack impact; patch immediately.

Source: ipa.go.jp — https://www.ipa.go.jp/archive/security/security-alert/2022/1019-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 Japanese Information-technology Promotion Agency (IPA) issued a security alert on October 19, 2022, regarding multiple vulnerabilities in Oracle Java SE, including CVE-2022-21628 and others. Oracle classified these as having significant impact if exploited and recommended urgent patching of all supported Oracle Java SE products. The alert directs organizations to update to the latest version provided by Oracle as soon as possible.

Organizations using Oracle Java SE should prioritize immediate application of available security updates. The advisory notes that licensing terms for Java releases after April 16, 2019, have changed, and commercial users should verify their licensing status and arrange appropriate vendor support. IPA does not provide detailed information on licensing or support terms, directing inquiries to Oracle directly.

## Mentioned in this report

- Vulnerabilities: CVE-2022-21628

Source reporting: https://www.ipa.go.jp/archive/security/security-alert/2022/1019-jre.html

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