Sun Java JRE Remote Code Execution Vulnerability (Linux)

Summary
This host is installed with Sun Java JRE and is prone to Remote Code Execution Vulnerability.
Impact
Successful exploitation allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code in the context of the affected application. Impact Level: Application.
Solution
Upgrade to JRE version 6 Update 17 http://java.sun.com/javase/downloads/index.jsp
Insight
- An error occurs while using security model permissions when removing installer extensions and may allow an untrusted applications to run as a trusted application. - An error occurs while handling interaction between a signed JAR file and a JNLP application or applet.
Affected
Sun Java JRE 6 prior to 6 Update 17 on Linux.
References