Fewer end users?

I’m an advisor on a PC forum and I’ve noticed a strong dislike of Java these days. Here’s an example from one of today’s threads:
"I still strongly feel most people would be better off without Java and, if they have software that depends on Java, replace it with software that doesn’t require it. It may require buying some of the software needed and/or learning how to use new software (granted, that can be daunting) but that is better than leaving one’s computer vulnerable to attack. "
Is anything being done to reverse this general opinion? I know Java 8 has Lamda expressions but perhaps 8.1 might have something that will encourage users to trust Java again.

PS I advise on PC builds and not on Java