CVE-2002-0679: Buffer Overflow
Published Sep 5, 2002
·Updated
Buffer overflow in Common Desktop Environment (CDE) ToolTalk RPC database server (rpc.ttdbserverd) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an argument to the TTCREATEFILE procedure.
Affected Software
22 affected components
Caldera UnixWare=7.0
Caldera UnixWare=7.1.0
Caldera UnixWare=7.1.1
Xi Graphics Dextop=2.1
Caldera OpenUnix=8.0
Compaq Tru64=4.0f
Compaq Tru64=4.0g
Compaq Tru64=5.0a
Compaq Tru64=5.1
Compaq Tru64=5.1a
HP HP-UX=10.10
HP HP-UX=10.20
HP HP-UX=10.24
HP HP-UX=11.00
HP HP-UX=11.11
IBM AIX=4.3.3
IBM AIX=5.1
Sun Solaris=2.6
Sun Solaris=9.0
Sun SunOS=5.5.1
Sun SunOS=5.7
Sun SunOS=5.8
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Sep 5, 2002
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Apr 2, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2002-0679?
CVE-2002-0679 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2002-0679?
To fix CVE-2002-0679, you should apply the latest security patches provided by your software vendor.
3
What software versions are affected by CVE-2002-0679?
CVE-2002-0679 affects specific versions of Xinuos UnixWare, Compaq Tru64, HPE HP-UX, IBM AIX, and Sun Solaris among others.
4
Can CVE-2002-0679 lead to data breaches?
Yes, CVE-2002-0679 can lead to data breaches since it allows attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely.
5
Is CVE-2002-0679 still a risk in modern systems?
CVE-2002-0679 may pose a risk in systems that still run the affected software versions without necessary updates or patches.