7.5
CWE
NVD-CWE-Other 119
Advisory Published
CVE Published
Updated

CVE-2002-0237: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed May 29 2002(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in ISS BlackICE Defender 2.9 and earlier, BlackICE Agent 3.0 and 3.1, and RealSecure Server Sensor 6.0.1 and 6.5 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a flood of large ICMP ping packets.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM Internet Security Systems BlackICE Agent=3.1
IBM Internet Security Systems BlackICE Agent=3.0
ISS BlackICE Defender=2.9caq
ISS RealSecure=6.0.1
ISS RealSecure=6.5
ISS BlackICE Defender=2.9
ISS BlackICE Defender=2.9cap

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2002-0237?

    CVE-2002-0237 has a high severity rating due to its potential to cause a denial of service and execute arbitrary code.

  • How do I fix CVE-2002-0237?

    To fix CVE-2002-0237, update to the latest version of ISS BlackICE Defender or the affected agent software to eliminate the buffer overflow vulnerability.

  • Which software versions are affected by CVE-2002-0237?

    CVE-2002-0237 affects ISS BlackICE Defender versions 2.9 and earlier, BlackICE Agent versions 3.0 and 3.1, and RealSecure Server Sensor versions 6.0.1 and 6.5.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2002-0237 exploit?

    CVE-2002-0237 can be exploited through a flood of large ICMP ping packets leading to a crash or execution of arbitrary code.

  • Is CVE-2002-0237 a local or remote vulnerability?

    CVE-2002-0237 is a remote vulnerability that allows attackers to exploit the system without physical access.

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