CVE-2003-1156: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2003-1156: Java Runtime Environment (JRE) and Software Development Kit (SDK) 1.4.2 through 1.4.2_02 allows local users...

Java Runtime Environment (JRE) and Software Development Kit (SDK) 1.4.2 through 1.4.2_02 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on (1) unpack.log, as created by the unpack program, or (2) .mailcap1 and .mime.types1, as created by the RPM program.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 02:19 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an old Java installer flaw affecting JRE and SDK 1.4.2 through 1.4.2_02. A local user could abuse installer-created files to overwrite other files through symbolic links. The business risk is mainly on legacy Linux systems where vulnerable Java installers or packages are still present or used with elevated privileges. Exposure is most plausible on legacy Linux hosts with Sun Java JRE or SDK 1.4.2 through 1.4.2_02 installers or packages. Modern Java deployments are unlikely to be affected unless they retain these obsolete versions or installation artifacts. Treat this as a legacy exposure cleanup item unless affected Java versions are still used on shared Linux systems. If present on multi-user or privileged installation paths, prioritize removal or vendor-confirmed remediation because arbitrary file overwrite can undermine system integrity. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for JRE or SDK 1.4.2 through 1.4.2_02.; Check Sun, Oracle, or distribution guidance for corrected packages or installers.; Retire affected legacy Java versions where no supported fix is available..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 21:50 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: May 10, 2005, 04:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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sun-jre-java-symlink(13570)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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