Vulnerability Description
Sun Java Media Framework (JMF) 2.1.1 through 2.1.1c allows unsigned applets to cause a denial of service (JVM crash) and read or write unauthorized memory locations via the ReadEnv class, as demonstrated by reading environment variables using modified .data and .size fields.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sun | Jmf | 2.1.1 |
References
- http://archive.cert.uni-stuttgart.de/bugtraq/2003/06/msg00219.html
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1006777
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/pub-cgi/retrieve.pl?doc=fsalert%2F54760
- http://www.illegalaccess.org/java/jmf.php
- http://archive.cert.uni-stuttgart.de/bugtraq/2003/06/msg00219.html
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1006777
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/pub-cgi/retrieve.pl?doc=fsalert%2F54760
- http://www.illegalaccess.org/java/jmf.php
FAQ
What is CVE-2003-1572?
CVE-2003-1572 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Sun Java Media Framework (JMF) 2.1.1 through 2.1.1c allows unsigned applets to cause a denial of service (JVM crash) and read or write unauthorized memory locations via the ReadEnv class, as demonstra...
How severe is CVE-2003-1572?
CVE-2003-1572 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2003-1572?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sun Jmf.