CVE-2011-3544VulnerabilityPublished 03/03/2022Updated 10/24/2026

CVE-2011-3544: Oracle Java SE Runtime Environment (JRE) Arbitrary Code Execution Vulnerability

Affects Oracle Java SE JDK and JRESource CISA KEV

Severity

High

No CVSS score published yet

Exploitation: Actively exploited – in CISA KEV since 03/03/2022
KEV deadline: 03/24/2022
EPSS: 96.7% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 99% of CVEs

What to do

CISA required action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

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Description

CVE-2011-3544 is an access control vulnerability in the Applet Rhino Script Engine component of Oracle's Java Runtime Environment (JRE) that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code. This vulnerability has been exploited in the wild. It affects Oracle Java SE JDK and JRE products. No specific affected versions or patch information is provided in the available data.

Summary

An access control vulnerability exists in the Applet Rhino Script Engine component of Oracle's Java Runtime Environment (JRE), which allows an attacker to remotely execute arbitrary code. This vulnerability is identified as CVE-2011-3544 and affects Oracle Java SE JDK and JRE. Exploitation has been observed in the wild, indicating active use by attackers. No explicit patch or remediation details are provided in the source data.

Impact

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems running Oracle Java SE JDK and JRE. This can lead to full compromise of the affected system. The vulnerability has been exploited in the wild, increasing the risk to users of vulnerable versions.

Mitigation

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Users should consult Oracle's official security advisories for updates and apply any available patches or mitigations. Until a fix is confirmed, consider disabling or restricting use of the vulnerable Applet Rhino Script Engine component if possible.

What to do

Description

AnalysisAI-generated, updated 10/24/2026, 10:25:28 UTC

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