CVE-2002-2072
First published: Tue Dec 31 2002(Updated: )
java.security.AccessController in Sun Java Virtual Machine (JVM) in JRE 1.2.2 and 1.3.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (JVM crash) via a Java program that calls the doPrivileged method with a null argument.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.3.1 | |
| Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE) | =1.2.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-2072?
CVE-2002-2072 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability due to its potential to crash the Java Virtual Machine.
How do I fix CVE-2002-2072?
To fix CVE-2002-2072, upgrade to a supported version of the Java Runtime Environment that does not contain this vulnerability.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2002-2072?
CVE-2002-2072 affects Sun JRE versions 1.2.2 and 1.3.1 on Linux.
Can CVE-2002-2072 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2002-2072 can be exploited remotely by attackers using a specially crafted Java program.
What is the impact of CVE-2002-2072?
The impact of CVE-2002-2072 is that it allows remote attackers to cause the Java Virtual Machine to crash, resulting in a denial of service.
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