7.5
CWE
NVD-CWE-Other 119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2002-0541: Buffer Overflow

First published: Tue Jun 11 2002(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in Tivoli Storage Manager TSM (1) Server or Storage Agents 3.1 through 5.1, and (2) the TSM Client Acceptor Service 4.2 and 5.1, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a long HTTP GET request to port 1580 or port 1581.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager=4.2
IBM Tivoli Storage Manager=4.2.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2002-0541?

    CVE-2002-0541 has a high severity level due to its potential to allow remote attackers to crash the server or execute arbitrary code.

  • How do I fix CVE-2002-0541?

    To fix CVE-2002-0541, upgrade to a version of Tivoli Storage Manager that is not vulnerable, such as any version above 5.1.

  • What versions of Tivoli Storage Manager are affected by CVE-2002-0541?

    CVE-2002-0541 affects Tivoli Storage Manager versions 3.1 through 5.1 for servers and storage agents, and versions 4.2 and 5.1 for the client acceptor service.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2002-0541?

    CVE-2002-0541 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that can be exploited via an overly long HTTP GET request.

  • What impact does CVE-2002-0541 have on systems?

    CVE-2002-0541 can cause a denial of service by crashing the service, and it may also allow for arbitrary code execution.

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