CVE-2003-1572

CVE-2003-1572 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Sun Jmf with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Sun Java Media Framework (JMF) 2.1.1 through 2.1.1c allows unsigned applets to cause a denial of service (JVM crash) and read or write unauthorized memory locations via the ReadEnv class, as demonstrated by reading environment variables using modified .data and .size fields.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-1572?
Sun Java Media Framework (JMF) 2.1.1 through 2.1.1c allows unsigned applets to cause a denial of service (JVM crash) and read or write unauthorized memory locations via the ReadEnv class, as demonstrated by reading environment variables using modified .data and .size fields.
How severe is CVE-2003-1572?
CVE-2003-1572 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2003-1572 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (75th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2003-1572?
CVE-2003-1572 primarily affects Sun Jmf. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2003-1572?
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-2003-1572 published?
CVE-2003-1572 was published on 2009-06-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (4)