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CVE-2003-1156

UnknownEPSS 0.50%

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CVE-2003-1156 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Java Runtime Environment (JRE) and Software Development Kit (SDK) 1.4.2 through 1.4.2_02 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on (1) unpack.log, as created by the unpack program, or (2) .mailcap1 and .mime.types1, as created by the RPM program.. EPSS estimates a 0.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Java Runtime Environment (JRE) and Software Development Kit (SDK) 1.4.2 through 1.4.2_02 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on (1) unpack.log, as created by the unpack program, or (2) .mailcap1 and .mime.types1, as created by the RPM program.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.50%

38.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
SunJdk1.4.2
SunJdk1.4.2_02
SunJre1.4.2

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2003-1156?
Java Runtime Environment (JRE) and Software Development Kit (SDK) 1.4.2 through 1.4.2_02 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on (1) unpack.log, as created by the unpack program, or (2) .mailcap1 and .mime.types1, as created by the RPM program.
How severe is CVE-2003-1156?
Severity scoring for CVE-2003-1156 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2003-1156?
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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Source: NVD / NIST