7.5
CWE
NVD-CWE-Other
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2002-1289

First published: Thu Nov 14 2002(Updated: )

The Microsoft Java implementation, as used in Internet Explorer, allows remote attackers to read restricted process memory, cause a denial of service (crash), and possibly execute arbitrary code via the getNativeServices function, which creates an instance of the com.ms.awt.peer.INativeServices (INativeServices) class, whose methods do not verify the memory addresses that are passed as parameters.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Oracle Java Virtual Machine=1.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2002-1289?

    CVE-2002-1289 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2002-1289?

    To fix CVE-2002-1289, you should upgrade your Microsoft Java Virtual Machine to the latest version.

  • What are the potential impacts of CVE-2002-1289?

    The potential impacts of CVE-2002-1289 include unauthorized access to process memory, system crashes, and remote code execution.

  • Which software versions are affected by CVE-2002-1289?

    CVE-2002-1289 specifically affects Microsoft Java Virtual Machine version 1.1.

  • How can attackers exploit CVE-2002-1289?

    Attackers can exploit CVE-2002-1289 via the getNativeServices function to manipulate restricted process memory and execute arbitrary code.

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