CVE-2002-0684: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Jul 31 2002(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in DNS resolver functions that perform lookup of network names and addresses, as used in BIND 4.9.8 and ported to glibc 2.2.5 and earlier, allows remote malicious DNS servers to execute arbitrary code through a subroutine used by functions such as getnetbyname and getnetbyaddr.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GNU C Library (glibc) | <=2.2.5 | |
| ISC BIND 9 | =4.9.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-0684?
CVE-2002-0684 has a high severity due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0684?
To fix CVE-2002-0684, update to a patched version of BIND or glibc that mitigates the buffer overflow vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2002-0684?
CVE-2002-0684 affects BIND 4.9.8 and glibc versions up to and including 2.2.5.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2002-0684?
CVE-2002-0684 can be exploited by remote malicious DNS servers to inject arbitrary code through compromised DNS resolution functions.
Is CVE-2002-0684 still a concern today?
While CVE-2002-0684 is an older vulnerability, any impacted systems that have not been updated remain at risk.
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