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disable java
About this tag
The disable Java tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about disabling Java due to security vulnerabilities, particularly the Oracle Java 7 Security Manager Bypass Vulnerability (TA13-010A). This vulnerability affects Java 7 versions through update 10, including Java SE 7, JDK 7, JRE 7, OpenJDK 7, and IcedTea 2.x. Web browsers using the Java 7 plug-in are at high risk, as the flaw allows attackers to bypass security restrictions and execute arbitrary commands. Users seeking to disable Java to mitigate such risks will find relevant threads and guidance under this tag.
Original release date: January 10, 2013 | Last revised: February 06, 2013
Systems Affected
Any system using Oracle Java 7 (1.7, 1.7.0) including
Java Platform Standard Edition 7 (Java SE 7)
Java SE Development Kit (JDK 7)
Java SE Runtime Environment (JRE 7)
OpenJDK 7 and 7u
IcedTea...