CVE-2001-0204: Medium severity WatchGuard Firebox II vulnerability

Published Jun 2, 2001
·
Updated

Watchguard Firebox II allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service by establishing multiple connections and sending malformed PPTP packets.

Affected Software

1 affected component
WatchGuard Firebox II

Event History

Jun 2, 2001
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Mar 9, 2002
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2001-0204?

The severity of CVE-2001-0204 is considered high due to its potential to cause a denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2001-0204?

To fix CVE-2001-0204, ensure that you upgrade to the latest firmware for Watchguard Firebox II that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What types of attacks are associated with CVE-2001-0204?

CVE-2001-0204 is associated with remote denial of service attacks via malformed PPTP packets.

4

Which versions of Watchguard Firebox II are affected by CVE-2001-0204?

All versions of Watchguard Firebox II are potentially affected by CVE-2001-0204.

5

What impact does CVE-2001-0204 have on network security?

CVE-2001-0204 can lead to significant network disruption by making the device unresponsive to legitimate traffic.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2026 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203