CVE-2002-0559: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Jun 11 2002(Updated: )
Buffer overflows in PL/SQL module 3.0.9.8.2 in Oracle 9i Application Server 1.0.2.x allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service or execute arbitrary code via (1) a long help page request without a dadname, which overflows the resulting HTTP Location header, (2) a long HTTP request to the plsql module, (3) a long password in the HTTP Authorization, (4) a long Access Descriptor (DAD) password in the addadd form, or (5) a long cache directory name.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Oracle Java System Application Server | =1.0.2 | |
| Oracle Web Cache | =2.0.0.0 | |
| Oracle Web Cache | =2.0.0.1 | |
| Oracle Web Cache | =2.0.0.2 | |
| Oracle Web Cache | =2.0.0.3 | |
| Oracle Database | =8.1.7 | |
| Oracle Database | =8.1.7.1 | |
| Oracle Database | =9.0 | |
| Oracle Database | =9.0.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://online.securityfocus.com/archive/1/254426
- http://www.cert.org/advisories/CA-2002-08.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4032
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/750299
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/878603
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/659043
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/313280
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/923395
- http://otn.oracle.com/deploy/security/pdf/ias_modplsql_alert.pdf
- http://www.nextgenss.com/papers/hpoas.pdf
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/8098
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/8097
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/8096
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/8095
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-0559?
CVE-2002-0559 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0559?
To fix CVE-2002-0559, update your Oracle 9i Application Server and affected components to the latest patched version.
What versions of software are affected by CVE-2002-0559?
CVE-2002-0559 affects Oracle 9i Application Server 1.0.2.x, Oracle 9i version 9.0.1, and various versions of Oracle Application Server Web Cache.
What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-2002-0559?
Exploiting CVE-2002-0559 can lead to a denial of service or allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the server.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2002-0559 if I cannot apply a patch?
As a temporary workaround for CVE-2002-0559, restrict access to the impacted services and monitor for unusual traffic patterns.
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