Java’s latest security problems: New flaw identified, old one attacked

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  1. siljaline

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    siljaline, Mar 5, 2013
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    Is this needed if one doesnt have Java installed? Or is this related with JavaScript? thanks
     
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    No. If no Java application, there is nothing to exploit!

    Not related. They are different codes.


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    Rmus, Mar 5, 2013
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    Thanks for the clarification! :thumb:
     
    AlexC, Mar 6, 2013
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    http://www.networkworld.com/news/2013/030613-java-security-woes-to-stay-267420.html
     
    ronjor, Mar 6, 2013
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    Thanks, Oracle: New Java malware protection undone by old-school attack Stolen certificate hosted on legit site by default trusted as safe by plugins.

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