Update Release Notes
Update Release Notes IndexSource: Oracle
Java™ SE Development Kit 7, Update 11 (JDK 7u11)
The full version string for this update release is 1.7.0_11-b21 (where "b" means "build") and the version number is 7u11.
Olson Data 2012i
JDK 7u11 contains Olson time zone data version 2012i. For more information, refer to Timezone Data Versions in the JRE Software.
Security Baselines
The security baselines for the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) at the time of the release of JDK 7u11 are specified in the following table:
| JRE Family Version | JRE Security Baseline (Full Version String) |
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| 7 | 1.7.0_11 |
| 6 | 1.6.0_37 |
| 5.0 | 1.5.0_38 |
| 1.4.2 | 1.4.2_40 |
For more information about security baselines, see Deploying Java Applets With Family JRE Versions in Java Plug-in for Internet Explorer.
Reminder
If you have disabled Java in the Java Control Panel, you will need to manually re-enable it after installing this release. You can find the check box in the Security tab of the Java Control Panel.
If you have previously disabled Java Plugin in the browser, you will need to manually re-enable it after installing this release. In Firefox, you can do this in the Add Ons -> Plugin screen. In Internet Explorer, this functionality is located in Tools -> Manage Add-ons.
Bug Fixes
This release contains fixes for security vulnerabilities. For more information, see Oracle Security Alert for CVE-2013-0422.
In addition, the following change has been made:
Area: deploy
Synopsis: Default Security Level Setting Changed to High
The default security level for Java applets and web start applications has been increased from "Medium" to "High". This affects the conditions under which unsigned (sandboxed) Java web applications can run. Previously, as long as you had the latest secure Java release installed applets and web start applications would continue to run as always. With the "High" setting the user is always warned before any unsigned application is run to prevent silent exploitation.
Synopsis: Default Security Level Setting Changed to High
The default security level for Java applets and web start applications has been increased from "Medium" to "High". This affects the conditions under which unsigned (sandboxed) Java web applications can run. Previously, as long as you had the latest secure Java release installed applets and web start applications would continue to run as always. With the "High" setting the user is always warned before any unsigned application is run to prevent silent exploitation.
Known Issues
Area: deploy/jcp
Synopsis: The Java Control Panel Doesn't Show Security Level Slider
Synopsis: The Java Control Panel Doesn't Show Security Level Slider
In the 7u10 release of the JRE, a slider was added to the Security tab of the Java Control Panel (JCP). This slider allows you to set the level of security of apps that run in the browser (by using Java Plugin) to Very High, High, Medium, or Low. In some cases, when a standalone copy of JavaFX 2.x has also been installed, the Security tab of the JCP does not display the security level slider.
Workaround: Uninstall the standalone JavaFX 2.x.
Area: deploy
Synopsis: Problems with Registration of Plugin on Systems with Stand-alone Version of JavaFX Installed
Synopsis: Problems with Registration of Plugin on Systems with Stand-alone Version of JavaFX Installed
Problems with Registration of Plugin on Systems with Stand-alone Version of JavaFX Installed Users that have a JRE 6 release, Java FX 2.x release and JRE 7 all installed will have problems upgrading to the latest JRE 7 release due to a bug in version comparison logic.
Workaround: Uninstall the standalone JavaFX 2.x.
For more information, see 8005410 (will be fixed in the next update release).
Java SE Downloads
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Here are the Java SE downloads in detail:
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Java SE 7u11This release includes important security fixes. Oracle strongly recommends that all Java SE 7 users upgrade to this release.Learn more  "What Java Do I Need?" You must have a copy of the JRE (Java Runtime Environment) on your system to run Java applications and applets. To develop Java applications and applets, you need the JDK (Java Development Kit), which includes the JRE. | JDK JDK 7 Docs | JREJRE 7 Docs |
JDK 7 and JavaFX Demos and SamplesDemos and samples of common tasks and new functionality available on JDK 7. The source code provided with samples and demos for the JDK is meant to illustrate the usage of a given feature or technique and has been deliberately simplified. | Demos and Samples | |
Java SE 6 Update 38This release brings in security features and bug fixes. Oracle strongly recommends that all Java SE 6 users upgrade to this release. Learn more | JDKJDK 6 Docs | JREJRE 6 Docs |
JDK 6 Demos and SamplesDemos and samples of common tasks and new functionality available on JDK 6. The source code provided with samples and demos for the JDK is meant to illustrate the usage of a given feature or technique and has been deliberately simplified. | JDK Demos and Samples | |
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The tzupdater tool is provided to allow the updating of installed JDK/JRE images with more recent timezone data in order to accommodate the latest timezone changes. Learn more | |
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Java Access Bridge is a technology that exposes the Java Accessibility API in a Microsoft Windows DLL, enabling Java applications and applets that implement the Java Accessibility API to be visible to assistive technologies on Microsoft Windows systems. | |
JDK 6 source code is available for those interested in exploring the details of the JDK. This includes schools, universities, companies, and individuals who want to examine the source code for personal interest or research & development. The licensing does not impose restrictions upon those who wish to work on independent open-source projects. | |
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