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CVE-2005-3904

First published: Wed Nov 30 2005(Updated: )

Unspecified vulnerability in Java Management Extensions (JMX) in Java JDK and JRE 5.0 Update 3, 1.4.2 and later, 1.3.1 and later allows remote attackers to escape the Java sandbox and access arbitrary files or execute arbitrary application via unknown attack vectors.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Java Development Kit (JDK)=1.5.0_03
Java Development Kit (JDK)=1.5.0_03
Java Development Kit (JDK)=1.5.0_03
Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.3.0
Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.3.0-update1
Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.3.0-update2
Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.3.0-update3
Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.3.0-update4
Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.3.0-update5
Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.3.1
Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.3.1-update1
Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.3.1-update15
Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.3.1-update1a
Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.3.1-update4
Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.3.1-update8
Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.4.1
Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.4.2
Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.4.2_1
Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.4.2_2
Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.4.2_3
Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.4.2_4
Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.4.2_5
Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.4.2_6
Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.4.2_7
Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.4.2_8
Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.5.0
Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.5.0-update1
Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.5.0-update2
Sun Java Runtime Environment (JRE)=1.5.0-update3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2005-3904?

    CVE-2005-3904 is considered to have a high severity due to its potential for arbitrary file access and execution of applications.

  • How do I fix CVE-2005-3904?

    To fix CVE-2005-3904, you should upgrade to the latest version of Java JDK and JRE that addresses this vulnerability.

  • Which versions of Java are affected by CVE-2005-3904?

    CVE-2005-3904 affects Java JDK and JRE versions 1.3.1, 1.4.1, and 1.5.0, specifically those prior to certain updates.

  • What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2005-3904?

    CVE-2005-3904 can be exploited through unknown attack vectors that allow remote attackers to escape the Java sandbox.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2005-3904 if I can't update immediately?

    While updating is the best solution, reducing access to the JMX interface may serve as a temporary workaround for CVE-2005-3904.

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