7.5
CWE
NVD-CWE-Other 119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2002-0204: Buffer Overflow

First published: Fri May 03 2002(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in GNU Chess (gnuchess) 5.02 and earlier, if modified or used in a networked capacity contrary to its own design as a single-user application, may allow local or remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long command.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Chess<=5.02

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2002-0204?

    CVE-2002-0204 has a high severity rating due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2002-0204?

    To fix CVE-2002-0204, upgrade GNU Chess to version 5.03 or later to avoid the buffer overflow vulnerability.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2002-0204?

    CVE-2002-0204 affects users of GNU Chess version 5.02 and earlier, particularly in networked environments.

  • Can CVE-2002-0204 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2002-0204 can be exploited remotely if GNU Chess is used inappropriately in a networked capacity.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2002-0204?

    CVE-2002-0204 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability.

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