# Oracle Java SE vulnerabilities requiring urgent patching

Published: 2021-07-20 · Severity: routine · Sectors: technology
Canonical: https://vorant.io/reports/e279bf03-eb85-522a-a21a-fc879e768200/oracle-java-se-vulnerabilities-requiring-urgent-patching

> Oracle Java SE contains multiple critical vulnerabilities; patching required immediately to prevent attack impact.

The Japanese Information-technology Promotion Agency (IPA) issued a security alert on July 21, 2021, regarding multiple vulnerabilities in Oracle Java SE. Oracle announced these are high-impact vulnerabilities when exploited, prompting IPA to recommend immediate patching. The advisory covers supported Oracle Java SE products and directs users to update to the latest versions provided by Oracle.

The advisory specifically references CVE-2021-2388 among other vulnerabilities. IPA notes that organizations should apply fixes as soon as possible due to the significant impact potential. The alert also includes a reminder that Oracle changed licensing terms for Java releases from April 16, 2019 onward, and commercial users should verify their licensing compliance and consider obtaining vendor support.

## Mentioned in this report

- Vulnerabilities: CVE-2021-2388

Source reporting: https://www.ipa.go.jp/archive/security/security-alert/2021/20210721-jre.html

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