CVE-2002-0071: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Apr 22 2002(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in the ism.dll ISAPI extension that implements HTR scripting in Internet Information Server (IIS) 4.0 and 5.0 allows attackers to cause a denial of service or execute arbitrary code via HTR requests with long variable names.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) | =5.0 | |
| Microsoft Internet Information Services | =4.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.atstake.com/research/advisories/2002/a041002-1.txt
- http://www.cert.org/advisories/CA-2002-09.html
- http://www.cisco.com/warp/public/707/Microsoft-IIS-vulnerabilities-MS02-018.shtml
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/363715
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/8799.php
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4474
- http://www.osvdb.org/3325
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=101854087828265&w=2
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A45
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A130
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2002/ms02-018
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-0071?
CVE-2002-0071 has a high severity rating due to its potential to cause denial of service and execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0071?
To fix CVE-2002-0071, it is recommended to patch Microsoft Internet Information Server 4.0 and 5.0 to the latest versions provided by Microsoft.
What versions of IIS are affected by CVE-2002-0071?
CVE-2002-0071 affects Microsoft Internet Information Server versions 4.0 and 5.0.
Can CVE-2002-0071 lead to data breaches?
Yes, CVE-2002-0071 can lead to data breaches if attackers exploit the buffer overflow to execute arbitrary code.
Is CVE-2002-0071 still a risk today?
While CVE-2002-0071 targets older versions of IIS, any unpatched deployments may still pose a risk if they are still in use.
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