CVE-2003-1521: Medium severity Sun Java Plug-In vulnerability

Published Dec 31, 2003
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Updated

Sun Java Plug-In 1.4 through 1.4.202 allows remote attackers to repeatedly access the floppy drive via the createXmlDocument method in the org.apache.crimson.tree.XmlDocument class, which violates the Java security model.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Sun Java Plug-In=1.4
Sun Java Plug-In=1.4.2
Sun Java Plug-In=1.4.2_01
Sun Java Plug-In=1.4.2_02

Event History

Dec 31, 2003
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Oct 25, 2007
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2003-1521?

CVE-2003-1521 has a moderate severity level due to its potential for remote attackers to exploit the vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2003-1521?

To fix CVE-2003-1521, update to a later version of the Sun Java Plug-In that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What are the affected versions for CVE-2003-1521?

The affected versions for CVE-2003-1521 include Sun Java Plug-In 1.4, 1.4.1, and 1.4.2 up to 1.4.2_02.

4

Can CVE-2003-1521 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2003-1521 can be exploited remotely through the createXmlDocument method.

5

What is the impact of CVE-2003-1521?

The impact of CVE-2003-1521 allows attackers to repeatedly access the floppy drive, violating the Java security model.

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