CVE-2003-1516

Name: CVE-2003-1516
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2003-12-31T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 4.26%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2003-1516 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The org.apache.xalan.processor.XSLProcessorVersion class in Java Plug-in 1.4.2_01 allows signed and unsigned applets to share variables, which violates the Java security model and could allow remote attackers to read or write data belonging to a signed applet.. EPSS estimates a 4.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The org.apache.xalan.processor.XSLProcessorVersion class in Java Plug-in 1.4.2_01 allows signed and unsigned applets to share variables, which violates the Java security model and could allow remote attackers to read or write data belonging to a signed applet.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

4.26%

89.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Sun	Java Plug-In	1.4.2_01

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/341815Exploit
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/8857Exploit
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/341815Exploit
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/8857Exploit

Timeline

Published: Dec 31, 2003
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2003-1516?

How severe is CVE-2003-1516?

Severity scoring for CVE-2003-1516 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.26% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2003-1516?

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