JavaRMI.Stream

CategoryEnterprise Applications(business)
Last Updated DateMay 12, 2009
ImpactUnexpected network communication
DescriptionThis indicates a connection attempt to Java Remote Method Invocation (RMI) system after client successfully locates remote objects in the server.

Java RMI allows applications to call object methods located remotely.
RiskMedium
PopularityMedium
Characteristic
Loss of productivity?   Have disclosed vulnerability?   Can bypass firewall policy?   Contain built-in function for other purposes?   Can communicate in clear text or via proxy?   Can support file transfer?   Can be misused?   Can tunnel other apps?   
VendorSUN
Affected ApplicationsAny version of Java RMI
Recommended ActionsThe signature can be set to "BLOCK" if this type of traffic is against the network policy.