CVE-2004-2540
UnknownEPSS 2.49%
Last modified
CVE-2004-2540 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. readObject in (1) Java Runtime Environment (JRE) and (2) Software Development Kit (SDK) 1.4.0 through 1.4.2_05 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (JVM unresponsive) via crafted serialized data.. EPSS estimates a 2.49% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
readObject in (1) Java Runtime Environment (JRE) and (2) Software Development Kit (SDK) 1.4.0 through 1.4.2_05 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (JVM unresponsive) via crafted serialized data.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sun | Jdk | 1.4 |
| Sun | Jdk | 1.4.0_01 |
| Sun | Jdk | 1.4.0_02 |
| Sun | Jdk | 1.4.0_03 |
| Sun | Jdk | 1.4.0_4 |
| Sun | Jdk | 1.4.1 |
| Sun | Jdk | 1.4.1_01 |
| Sun | Jdk | 1.4.1_02 |
| Sun | Jdk | 1.4.1_03 |
| Sun | Jdk | 1.4.2 |
| Sun | Jdk | 1.4.2_01 |
| Sun | Jdk | 1.4.2_02 |
| Sun | Jdk | 1.4.2_03 |
| Sun | Jdk | 1.4.2_04 |
| Sun | Jdk | 1.4.2_05 |
| Sun | Jre | 1.4 |
| Sun | Jre | 1.4.0_01 |
| Sun | Jre | 1.4.0_02 |
| Sun | Jre | 1.4.0_03 |
| Sun | Jre | 1.4.0_04 |
| Sun | Jre | 1.4.1 |
| Sun | Jre | 1.4.1_01 |
| Sun | Jre | 1.4.1_02 |
| Sun | Jre | 1.4.1_07 |
| Sun | Jre | 1.4.2 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/13271/Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/13271/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2004-2540?
readObject in (1) Java Runtime Environment (JRE) and (2) Software Development Kit (SDK) 1.4.0 through 1.4.2_05 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (JVM unresponsive) via crafted serialized data.
How severe is CVE-2004-2540?
Severity scoring for CVE-2004-2540 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.49% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2004-2540?
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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