OSVDB ID: 25561 Title: Sun Java JRE Font.createFont() Method Disk Space Saturation DoS |
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Java JDK/JRE contains a flaw that may allow a remote denial of service. The issue is triggered when applets are permitted to create large temporary files using the Font.createFont method but are never removed, and will result in loss of availability for the platform. |
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Remote / Network Access
Attack Type: Denial of Service Impact: Loss of Availability Exploit: Exploit Public Disclosure: OSVDB Verified, Vendor Verified OSVDB: Web Related |
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Currently, there are no known upgrades, patches, or workarounds available to correct this issue. |
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gmx.org -