CVE-2002-1257
UnknownEPSS 15.30%
Last modified
CVE-2002-1257 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Microsoft Virtual Machine (VM) up to and including build 5.0.3805 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by including a Java applet that invokes COM (Component Object Model) objects in a web site or an HTML mail.. EPSS estimates a 15.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Microsoft Virtual Machine (VM) up to and including build 5.0.3805 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by including a Java applet that invokes COM (Component Object Model) objects in a web site or an HTML mail.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 2000 | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Windows 2000 Terminal Services | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Windows 95 | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Windows 98 | All versions | Gold |
| Microsoft | Windows 98se | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Me | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Nt | 4.0 | Sp1 |
| Microsoft | Windows Xp | All versions | Gold |
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Timeline
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- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2002-1257?
Microsoft Virtual Machine (VM) up to and including build 5.0.3805 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by including a Java applet that invokes COM (Component Object Model) objects in a web site or an HTML mail.
How severe is CVE-2002-1257?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-1257 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 15.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1257?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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