CVE-2015-4902
Published: March 3, 2022
Official Description
Unspecified vulnerability in Oracle Java SE allows remote attackers to affect integrity via Unknown vectors related to deployment.
CISA KEV Advisory
Oracle Java SE Integrity Check Vulnerability
Unspecified vulnerability in Oracle Java SE allows remote attackers to affect integrity via Unknown vectors related to deployment.
Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2015-4902 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-2015-4902 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.
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
All References (1)
Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2015-4902 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1