CVE-2002-1290
First published: Thu Nov 14 2002(Updated: )
The Microsoft Java implementation, as used in Internet Explorer, allows remote attackers to read and modify the contents of the Clipboard via an applet that accesses the (1) ClipBoardGetText and (2) ClipBoardSetText methods of the INativeServices class.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Oracle Java Virtual Machine | =1.1 |
Never miss a vulnerability like this again
Sign up to SecAlerts for real-time vulnerability data matched to your software, aggregated from hundreds of sources.
Reference Links
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-1290?
CVE-2002-1290 has a moderate severity level due to the potential for unauthorized access to clipboard contents.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1290?
To fix CVE-2002-1290, ensure that the Microsoft Java Virtual Machine is updated to a secure version or disable the use of Java applets in Internet Explorer.
What are the main risks associated with CVE-2002-1290?
The main risks associated with CVE-2002-1290 include unauthorized access to sensitive data copied to the clipboard and potential data theft.
Who is affected by CVE-2002-1290?
Users of the Microsoft Java Virtual Machine version 1.1 who use Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2002-1290.
Can CVE-2002-1290 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2002-1290 can be exploited remotely by attackers through malicious Java applets.
- agent/references
- agent/type
- collector/mitre-cve
- source/MITRE
- agent/severity
- agent/weakness
- agent/last-modified-date
- agent/author
- agent/description
- agent/first-publish-date
- agent/event
- agent/source
- collector/nvd-historical
- vendor/microsoft
- product/java virtual machine
- canonical/microsoft java virtual machine
- agent/software-canonical-lookup-request
- collector/nvd-index
- agent/softwarecombine
- agent/tags
- canonical/oracle java virtual machine
- version/oracle java virtual machine/1.1