Is CVE-2011-3544 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2011-3544 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2011-3544 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2011-3544 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2011-3544?

CVE-2011-3544 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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HIGHCISA KEVIN THE WILD

CVE-2011-3544

Published: March 3, 2022

EPSS:92.80%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:99.8th

Official Description

An access control vulnerability exists in the Applet Rhino Script Engine component of Oracle's Java Runtime Environment allows an attacker to remotely execute arbitrary code.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Oracle Java SE Runtime Environment (JRE) Arbitrary Code Execution Vulnerability

An access control vulnerability exists in the Applet Rhino Script Engine component of Oracle's Java Runtime Environment allows an attacker to remotely execute arbitrary code.

Added to KEV: 2022-03-03Federal patch deadline: 2022-03-24

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Risk Analysis

This access control vulnerability in Oracle's Java Runtime Environment's Applet Rhino Script Engine allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code. Rated as HIGH severity with a very high EPSS score, this indicates a significant likelihood of exploitation. Its presence in CISA's KEV confirms it has been actively exploited.

This vulnerability has been actively exploited in the wild and is part of CISA's KEV, indicating confirmed real-world attacks. The flaw allows for remote code execution.

Recommended Action

It is critical to update Oracle Java Runtime Environment to a patched version immediately. Disabling Java applets in web browsers or restricting their execution can also reduce risk.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2011-3544 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

CISA has added CVE-2011-3544 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.