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CVE-2001-1480

7.5 · HIGH

Java Runtime Environment (JRE) and SDK 1.2 through 1.3.0_04 allows untrusted applets to access the system clipboard.

Published Dec 31, 2001appleEPSS 2.06%

Overview

CVE-2001-1480 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting apple mac_os_runtime_for_java. It was published on December 31, 2001 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Java Runtime Environment (JRE) and SDK 1.2 through 1.3.0_04 allows untrusted applets to access the system clipboard.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from apple. Update mac_os_runtime_for_java to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-1480?

CVE-2001-1480 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting apple mac_os_runtime_for_java. It was published on December 31, 2001 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2001-1480?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2001-1480?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from apple. Update mac_os_runtime_for_java to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2001-1480?

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