CVE-2002-0733: High severity Acme Labs thttpd vulnerability

Published Aug 12, 2002
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Updated

Cross-site scripting vulnerability in thttpd 2.20 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary script via a URL to a nonexistent page, which causes thttpd to insert the script into a 404 error message.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Acme Labs thttpd=2.20b

Event History

Aug 12, 2002
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Apr 2, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2002-0733?

CVE-2002-0733 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2002-0733?

To fix CVE-2002-0733, upgrade thttpd to version 2.21 or later where the vulnerability is addressed.

3

What type of attacks can CVE-2002-0733 lead to?

CVE-2002-0733 can lead to cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary scripts in a user's browser.

4

What versions of thttpd are affected by CVE-2002-0733?

CVE-2002-0733 affects thttpd versions 2.20 and earlier.

5

Can CVE-2002-0733 be exploited by remote attackers?

Yes, CVE-2002-0733 can be exploited by remote attackers through specially crafted URLs to nonexistent pages.

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