CVE-2002-0234
First published: Fri May 03 2002(Updated: )
NetScreen ScreenOS before 2.6.1 does not support a maximum number of concurrent sessions for a system, which allows an attacker on the trusted network to cause a denial of service (resource exhaustion) via a port scan to an external network, which consumes all available connections.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| NetScreen ScreenOS | <=2.6.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-0234?
CVE-2002-0234 has a high severity due to its potential to cause denial of service through resource exhaustion.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0234?
To fix CVE-2002-0234, upgrade your NetScreen ScreenOS to version 2.6.1 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2002-0234?
Users of Juniper NetScreen ScreenOS versions prior to 2.6.1 are affected by CVE-2002-0234.
What kind of attack does CVE-2002-0234 facilitate?
CVE-2002-0234 facilitates a denial of service attack by allowing resource exhaustion through excessive concurrent sessions.
Is CVE-2002-0234 exploitable from an external network?
CVE-2002-0234 is exploitable from a trusted internal network when performing port scans to an external network.
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