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CVE-2002-1293

7.5 · HIGH

The Microsoft Java implementation, as used in Internet Explorer, provides a public load0() method for the CabCracker class (com.ms.vm.loader.CabCracker), which allows remote attackers to bypass the…

Published Nov 29, 2002microsoftEPSS 15.44%

Overview

CVE-2002-1293 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting microsoft java_virtual_machine. It was published on November 29, 2002 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

The Microsoft Java implementation, as used in Internet Explorer, provides a public load0() method for the CabCracker class (com.ms.vm.loader.CabCracker), which allows remote attackers to bypass the security checks that are performed by the load() method.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from microsoft. Update java_virtual_machine 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-2002-1293?

CVE-2002-1293 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting microsoft java_virtual_machine. It was published on November 29, 2002 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2002-1293?

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-2002-1293?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from microsoft. Update java_virtual_machine 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-2002-1293?

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