CVE-2002-0063: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Mar 08 2002(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in ippRead function of CUPS before 1.1.14 may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code via long attribute names or language values.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| CUPS (Common UNIX Printing System) | <=1.1.14 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.cups.org/relnotes.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2002/dsa-110
- http://www.linux-mandrake.com/en/security/2002/MDKSA-2002-015.php
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2002-032.html
- http://lists2.suse.com/archive/suse-security-announce/2001-Mar/0000.html
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000471
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4100
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/8192
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-0063?
CVE-2002-0063 is considered to be a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0063?
To fix CVE-2002-0063, upgrade CUPS to version 1.1.14 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2002-0063?
CVE-2002-0063 affects all versions of CUPS prior to 1.1.14.
Can CVE-2002-0063 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2002-0063 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2002-0063?
The vulnerability in CVE-2002-0063 is a buffer overflow caused by long attribute names or language values.
- agent/references
- agent/type
- agent/first-publish-date
- agent/softwarecombine
- agent/remedy
- collector/mitre-cve
- source/MITRE
- agent/author
- agent/weakness
- agent/last-modified-date
- agent/severity
- agent/description
- agent/event
- agent/source
- agent/tags
- collector/nvd-historical
- agent/software-canonical-lookup-request
- collector/nvd-index
- vendor/easy software products
- canonical/cups (common unix printing system)
- version/cups (common unix printing system)/1.1.14