CVE-2002-2281

CVE-2002-2281 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Symantec Java with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 10% places it in the 95th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

Symantec Java! JIT (Just-In-Time) Compiler for Netscape Communicator 4.0 through 4.8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary Java commands via an applet that uses a jump call, which is not correctly compiled by the JIT compiler.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-2281?
Symantec Java! JIT (Just-In-Time) Compiler for Netscape Communicator 4.0 through 4.8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary Java commands via an applet that uses a jump call, which is not correctly compiled by the JIT compiler.
How severe is CVE-2002-2281?
CVE-2002-2281 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2002-2281 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 10% (95th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-2281?
CVE-2002-2281 primarily affects Symantec Java. In total, 18 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-2281?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2002-2281 published?
CVE-2002-2281 was published on 2002-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (18)