CVE-2003-1516 — MEDIUM (6.8)

Vulnerability 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.

CVSS Score

6.8

MEDIUM

AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P

Confidentiality

PARTIAL

Integrity

PARTIAL

Availability

PARTIAL

Affected Products

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

FAQ

What is CVE-2003-1516?

CVE-2003-1516 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). 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 a...

How severe is CVE-2003-1516?

CVE-2003-1516 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2003-1516?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sun Java Plug-In.