[security bulletin] SSRT4749 HP-UX Java Runtime Environment (JRE) remote DoS

From: Boren, Rich (SSRT) (rich.boren_at_hp.com)
Date: 05/26/04

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    HP SECURITY BULLETIN

    HPSBUX01044 REVISION: 0

    SSRT4749 rev.0 HP-UX Java Runtime Environment (JRE) remote DoS

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    NOTICE:
     There are no restrictions for distribution of this Bulletin
     provided that it remains complete and intact.

     The information in this Security bulletin should be acted upon
     as soon as possible.

    INITIAL RELEASE: 24 May 2004

    POTENTIAL SECURITY IMPACT: Remote Denial of Service (DoS).

    SOURCE: HEWLETT-PACKARD COMPANY
    HP Software Security Response Team

    REFERENCES: Sun Alert ID 57555

    VULNERABILITY SUMMARY:
    A potential vulnerability has been identified with HP-UX Java
    Runtime Environment (JRE) where an unprivileged remote attacker
    may be able to exploit a Denial of Service (DoS).

    SUPPORTED SOFTWARE VERSIONS*: ONLY impacted versions are listed.
    Java 1.4.2.02 and earlier (T1456AA (JDK 1.4), T1457AA (JRE 1.4))

    Note: Java 1.2.X, 1.3.X and 1.4.1.X are unaffected.

    BACKGROUND:
    A vulnerability in the Java(TM) Runtime Environment with character
    decoding may allow an unprivileged remote attacker to cause the
    Java Virtual Machine to become unresponsive resulting in a
    Denial-of-Service (DoS) condition for the runtime environment and
    servers that run on the runtime environment.

    See http://sunsolve.sun.com/pub-cgi/retrieve.pl?
    doc=fsalert%2F57555&zone_32=category%3Asecurity%20Java

    AFFECTED VERSIONS

    The following is a list by HP-UX revision of affected filesets or
    patches and fix information. To determine if a system has an
    affected version, search the output of
    "swlist -a revision -l fileset" for an affected fileset or patch,
    then detemine if a fixed revision or applicable patch is
    installed.

    HP-UX B.11.00

    HP-UX B.11.11

    HP-UX B.11.22

    HP-UX B.11.23
    ===========

    Jre14

    Jdk14

    Jpi14

    action: install revision 1.4.2.03.01 or subsequent.

    END AFFECTED VERSIONS

    RESOLUTION:
    There is no workaround. Manually update to Java version with th
    security fix:

    Java 1.4.2.03 or later (T1456AA (JDK 1.4), T1457AA (JRE 1.4))
    from http://www.hp.com/go/java

    MANUAL ACTIONS: Yes - Update
    Update to Java version 1.4.2 with the security fix:

    Java 1.4.2.03.01 or later (T1456AA (JDK 1.4), T1457AA (JRE 1.4))
    from: http://www.hp.com/go/java

    BULLETIN REVISION HISTORY:

    * The software product category that this Security Bulletin
     relates to is represented by the 5th and 6th characters of the
     Bulletin number: GN=General, MA=Management Agents, MI=Misc.
     3rd party, MP=HP-MPE/iX, NS=HP NonStop Servers, OV=HP OpenVMS,
     PI=HP Printing & Imaging, ST=HP Storage, TU=HP Tru64 UNIX,
     TL=Trusted Linux, UX=HP-UX, VV=Virtual Vault

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    HP-UX SPECIFIC SECURITY BULLETINS*:
    To review previously published Security Bulletins for HP-UX:
     http://itrc.hp.com/cki/bin/doc.pl/screen=ckiSecurityBulletin

    The HP-UX Security Patch Matrix is available here:
    http://itrc.hp.com/service/cki/docDisplay.do?docId=
    hpuxSecurityMatrix
    Or via anonymous ftp:
    ftp://ftp.itrc.hp.com/export/patches/hp-ux_patch_matrix/

    The HP-UX Security Patch Matrix, updated daily, categorizes
    security patches by platform/OS release, and by Bulletin topic.
    The Security Patch Check tool completely automates the process of
    reviewing the Security Patch Matrix for HP-UX 11.XX Versions.
    NOTE: Installing patches listed in the Security Patch Matrix will
    completely implement the RESOLUTION in the Security Bulletin
    _only_ if there are no MANUAL ACTIONS included.

    The Security Patch Check tool can also verify that a Security
    Bulletin RESOLUTION has been implemented on HP-UX 11.XX Versions
    provided that no MANUAL ACTIONS were included. The Security Patch
    Check tool cannot verify patches implemented via product upgrade.

    For information on the Security Patch Check tool, see:
    http://www.software.hp.com/cgi-bin/swdepot_parser.cgi/cgi/
    displayProductInfo.pl?productNumber=B6834AA

    REPORT: To report a potential security vulnerability with any HP
    supported product, send Email to: security-alert@hp.com. It is
    strongly recommended that security related information being
    communicated to HP be encrypted using PGP, especially exploit
    information. To obtain the security-alert PGP key please send an
    e-mail message to security-alert@hp.com with the Subject of
    'get key' (no quotes).

    System management and security procedures must be reviewed
    frequently to maintain system integrity. HP is continually
    reviewing and enhancing the security features of software products
    to provide customers with current secure solutions.

    "HP is broadly distributing this Security Bulletin in order to
    bring to the attention of users of the affected HP products the
    important security information contained in this Bulletin. HP
    recommends that all users determine the applicability of this
    information to their individual situations and take appropriate
    action. HP does not warrant that this information is necessarily
    accurate or complete for all user situations and, consequently,
    HP will not be responsible for any damages resulting from user's
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    To the extent permitted by law, HP disclaims all warranties,
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    and non-infringement."

    (c)Copyright 2004 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.
    Hewlett-Packard Company shall not be liable for technical or
    editorial errors or omissions contained herein. The information
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    extent permitted by law, neither HP or its affiliates,
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    or consequential damages including downtime cost; lost profits;
    damages relating to the procurement of substitute products or
    services; or damages for loss of data, or software restoration.
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    Company in the United States and other countries. Other product
    and company names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their
    respective owners.

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