Vulnerability Description
Java 1.4.2 before 1.4.2 Release 2 on Apple Mac OS X does not prevent multiple programs from opening the same port as a Java ServerSocket, which allows local users to operate a Java program that intercepts network data intended for the ServerSocket of a different Java program.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sun | Java | 1.4.2 |
References
- http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=302265
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2005/Sep/msg00001.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/16808
- http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/p-306.shtml
- http://www.osvdb.org/19397
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14827
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/1734
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/22269
- http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=302265
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2005/Sep/msg00001.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/16808
- http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/p-306.shtml
- http://www.osvdb.org/19397
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14827
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/1734
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-2738?
CVE-2005-2738 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Java 1.4.2 before 1.4.2 Release 2 on Apple Mac OS X does not prevent multiple programs from opening the same port as a Java ServerSocket, which allows local users to operate a Java program that interc...
How severe is CVE-2005-2738?
CVE-2005-2738 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-2738?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sun Java.