CVE-2002-0717
First published: Tue Jul 23 2002(Updated: )
PHP 4.2.0 and 4.2.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via an HTTP POST request with certain arguments in a multipart/form-data form, which generates an error condition that is not properly handled and causes improper memory to be freed.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| PHP | =4.2.0 | |
| PHP | =4.2.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-0717?
CVE-2002-0717 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow denial of service and arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0717?
To mitigate CVE-2002-0717, upgrade to a newer version of PHP that is not affected by this vulnerability.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2002-0717?
CVE-2002-0717 affects PHP versions 4.2.0 and 4.2.1.
Can CVE-2002-0717 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2002-0717 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted HTTP POST requests.
What impact does CVE-2002-0717 have on web applications?
CVE-2002-0717 can cause a denial of service and may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable web applications.
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