HOMEVULNERABILITIESCVE-2017-10356
MEDIUM

CVE-2017-10356

NVD-CWE-noinfoPublished: October 19, 2017· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

6.2
CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Vulnerability in the Java SE, Java SE Embedded, JRockit component of Oracle Java SE (subcomponent: Security). Supported versions that are affected are Java SE: 6u161, 7u151, 8u144 and 9; Java SE Embedded: 8u144; JRockit: R28.3.15. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows unauthenticated attacker with logon to the infrastructure where Java SE, Java SE Embedded, JRockit executes to compromise Java SE, Java SE Embedded, JRockit. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all Java SE, Java SE Embedded, JRockit accessible data. Note: This vulnerability can be exploited through sandboxed Java Web Start applications and sandboxed Java applets. It can also be exploited by supplying data to APIs in the specified Component without using sandboxed Java Web Start applications or sandboxed Java applets, such as through a web service. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 6.2 (Confidentiality impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N).

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2017-10356 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), with a CVSS base score of 6.2.

CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown

Exploitability
Attack VectorLocal
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

Affected Vendors & Products

Debian1 product(s)
debian linux
netapp19 product(s)
active iq unified managercloud backupe-series santricity management plug-inse-series santricity os controllere-series santricity storage managere-series santricity web serviceselement softwareoncommand balanceoncommand insightoncommand performance manageroncommand shiftoncommand unified manager+7
Oracle2 product(s)
jdkjre
Red Hat7 product(s)
satelliteenterprise linux desktopenterprise linux eusenterprise linux serverenterprise linux server ausenterprise linux server tusenterprise linux workstation
Source: NVD CPE · 50 total CPE entries

Exploit & PoC Resources

NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories

All References (36)

Quick Facts

CVE IDCVE-2017-10356
CVSS Score6.2 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
CISA KEVNo
Affected4 vendor(s)
PublishedOct 19, 2017

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Recommended Actions

  • Apply vendor patches immediately
  • Monitor CVE-2017-10356 in threat intel feeds
  • Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
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