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CVE-2002-0702

First published: Tue Jul 23 2002(Updated: )

Format string vulnerabilities in the logging routines for dynamic DNS code (print.c) of ISC DHCP daemon (DHCPD) 3 to 3.0.1rc8, with the NSUPDATE option enabled, allow remote malicious DNS servers to execute arbitrary code via format strings in a DNS server response.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
ISC DHCP=3.0.1-rc4
ISC DHCP=3.0.1-rc5
ISC DHCP=3.0.1-rc1
ISC DHCP=3.0
ISC DHCP=3.0.1-rc8
ISC DHCP=3.0.1-rc3
ISC DHCP=3.0.1-rc6
ISC DHCP=3.0.1-rc2
ISC DHCP=3.0.1-rc7

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2002-0702?

    CVE-2002-0702 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2002-0702?

    To fix CVE-2002-0702, upgrade to a non-vulnerable version of ISC DHCP Daemon that has addressed the format string vulnerabilities.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2002-0702?

    CVE-2002-0702 affects ISC DHCP daemon versions 3 to 3.0.1rc8 with the NSUPDATE option enabled.

  • What type of attacks can CVE-2002-0702 enable?

    CVE-2002-0702 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system through manipulated DNS server responses.

  • Is CVE-2002-0702 still a risk for modern systems?

    While CVE-2002-0702 primarily impacts older versions of ISC DHCP, systems running these versions remain at risk if not updated.

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