CVE-2005-0471

Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions Sun Java JRE versions 1.1.x through 1.4.x

Description The issue allows remote attackers to write arbitrary files to known locations due to the predictable nature of temporary file names on file systems that use 8.3 style short names. This can facilitate the exploitation of vulnerabilities in applications that rely on unpredictable file names.

Recommendations For Sun Java JRE versions 1.1.x through 1.4.x, consider restricting access to sensitive locations where temporary files are written until a patch is available. As a temporary workaround, avoid using file systems that utilize 8.3 style short names to minimize the risk of exploitation.