What is the severity of CVE-2005-2527?

CVE-2005-2527 has been classified as having a high severity level due to its potential impact on local file corruption.

How do I fix CVE-2005-2527?

To fix CVE-2005-2527, you should update to Java 1.4.2 Release 2 or later.

Who is affected by CVE-2005-2527?

CVE-2005-2527 affects local users running Java 1.4.2 before Release 2 on Apple Mac OS X.

What is the exploit vector for CVE-2005-2527?

The exploit vector for CVE-2005-2527 involves a race condition related to temporary directory handling, possibly through a symlink attack.

What are the potential consequences of CVE-2005-2527?

The potential consequences of CVE-2005-2527 include the ability for attackers to corrupt files or create arbitrary files on the affected system.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2005-2527

low

1.2

CWE

59 362

31/12/2005

5/8/2006

7/8/2024

CVE-2005-2527: Race Condition

First published: Sat Dec 31 2005(Updated: )

Race condition in Java 1.4.2 before 1.4.2 Release 2 on Apple Mac OS X allows local users to corrupt files or create arbitrary files via unspecified attack vectors related to a temporary directory, possibly due to a symlink attack.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Sun Java	<=1.4.2_release1

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2005-2527?
CVE-2005-2527 has been classified as having a high severity level due to its potential impact on local file corruption.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2527?
To fix CVE-2005-2527, you should update to Java 1.4.2 Release 2 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2005-2527?
CVE-2005-2527 affects local users running Java 1.4.2 before Release 2 on Apple Mac OS X.
What is the exploit vector for CVE-2005-2527?
The exploit vector for CVE-2005-2527 involves a race condition related to temporary directory handling, possibly through a symlink attack.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2005-2527?
The potential consequences of CVE-2005-2527 include the ability for attackers to corrupt files or create arbitrary files on the affected system.

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