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CVE-2010-0539

6.8 · MEDIUM

Integer signedness error in the window drawing implementation in Apple Java for Mac OS X 10.5 before Update 7 and Java for Mac OS X 10.6 before Update 2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary…

Published May 21, 2010appleCWE-189EPSS 3.44%

Overview

CVE-2010-0539 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting apple java_1.5. It was published on May 21, 2010 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Integer signedness error in the window drawing implementation in Apple Java for Mac OS X 10.5 before Update 7 and Java for Mac OS X 10.6 before Update 2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted applet.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from apple. Update java_1.5 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-2010-0539?

CVE-2010-0539 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting apple java_1.5. It was published on May 21, 2010 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2010-0539?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2010-0539?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from apple. Update java_1.5 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-2010-0539?

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