CVE-2002-0651: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Jul 03 2002(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in the DNS resolver code used in libc, glibc, and libbind, as derived from ISC BIND, allows remote malicious DNS servers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via the stub resolvers.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| BIND 9 | =9.4.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.cert.org/advisories/CA-2002-19.html
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/9432.php
- http://www.pine.nl/advisories/pine-cert-20020601.txt
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/ntbugtraq/2002-q3/0000.html
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/803539
- http://distro.conectiva.com/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000507
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/linux/engarde/2002-q3/0002.html
- http://frontal2.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2002:038
- http://www.linux-mandrake.com/en/security/2002/MDKSA-2002-043.php
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2002-119.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2002-133.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2002-139.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2002-167.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-154.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5100
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/aix/2002-q3/0001.html
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=102513011311504&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=102579743329251&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=102520962320134&w=2
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A4190
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-0651?
CVE-2002-0651 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution or denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0651?
The recommended fix for CVE-2002-0651 is to upgrade to a patched version of ISC BIND, specifically versions later than 9.4.0.
What causes CVE-2002-0651?
CVE-2002-0651 is caused by a buffer overflow in the DNS resolver code utilized by libc, glibc, and libbind.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2002-0651?
The potential impacts of CVE-2002-0651 include service disruption through denial of service or the execution of arbitrary code.
Who is primarily affected by CVE-2002-0651?
Organizations using ISC BIND version 9.4.0 or earlier are primarily affected by CVE-2002-0651.
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