CVE-2010-0273: High severity sun Java System Web Server vulnerability

Published Jan 8, 2010
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Updated

Unspecified vulnerability in Sun Java System Web Server 7.0 Update 6 on Linux allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by sending a process memory address and crafted data to TCP port 80, as demonstrated by the vdsjws2 module in VulnDisco. NOTE: as of 20100106, this disclosure has no actionable information. However, because the VulnDisco author is a reliable researcher, the issue is being assigned a CVE identifier for tracking purposes.

Affected Software

1 affected component
sun Java System Web Server=7.0-update_6

Event History

Jan 8, 2010
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2010-0273?

CVE-2010-0273 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2010-0273?

To mitigate CVE-2010-0273, you should upgrade to a patched version of Sun Java System Web Server that is not affected by this vulnerability.

3

Who is impacted by CVE-2010-0273?

CVE-2010-0273 affects users of Sun Java System Web Server 7.0 Update 6 running on Linux.

4

What type of attack is possible with CVE-2010-0273?

CVE-2010-0273 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by sending specially crafted data to the server.

5

When was CVE-2010-0273 disclosed?

CVE-2010-0273 was disclosed before January 6, 2010.

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