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The version of the JRE running on the system must be the most current available.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-39239 | JRE0090-J6XP | SV-51121r1_rule | DCBP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
|---|
| The JRE is being continually updated by the vendor in order to address identified security vulnerabilities. Running an older version of the JRE can introduce security vulnerabilities to the system. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Java Runtime Environment (JRE) 6 STIG for Windows XP | 2014-10-05 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-46509r5_chk ) |
|---|
| Open a terminal window and type the command; "java -version" sans quotes. The return value should contain Java build information; "Java (TM) SE Runtime Environment (build x.x.x.x)" Cross reference the build information on the system with the Oracle Java site to identify the most recent build available. http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/java/javase/downloads/index.html |
| Fix Text (F-44218r5_fix) |
|---|
| Test applications to ensure operational compatability with new version of Java. Install latest version of Java JRE. |