CVE-2002-0038
First published: Thu Jan 31 2002(Updated: )
Vulnerability in the cache-limiting function of the unified name service daemon (nsd) in IRIX 6.5.4 through 6.5.11 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service by forcing the cache to fill the disk.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SGI IRIX | =6.5.6 | |
| SGI IRIX | =6.5.10 | |
| SGI IRIX | =6.5.9 | |
| SGI IRIX | =6.5.8 | |
| SGI IRIX | =6.5.5 | |
| SGI IRIX | =6.5.4 | |
| SGI IRIX | =6.5.11 | |
| SGI IRIX | =6.5.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-0038?
CVE-2002-0038 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How does CVE-2002-0038 affect IRIX systems?
CVE-2002-0038 allows remote attackers to fill the disk cache, leading to a denial of service.
What versions of IRIX are affected by CVE-2002-0038?
CVE-2002-0038 affects IRIX versions 6.5.4 through 6.5.11.
How can I mitigate CVE-2002-0038?
To mitigate CVE-2002-0038, consider implementing access controls to limit remote access to the name service daemon.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2002-0038?
No specific patch is available, so updating to a version of IRIX that is not vulnerable is recommended.
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