CVE-2002-0743: Buffer Overflow
Published Jul 26, 2002
·Updated
mail and mailx in AIX 4.3.3 core dump when called with a very long argument, an indication of a buffer overflow.
Affected Software
1 affected component
IBM AIX=4.3.3
Event History
Jul 26, 2002
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2002-0743?
CVE-2002-0743 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for denial of service through a buffer overflow.
2
How do I fix CVE-2002-0743?
To fix CVE-2002-0743, upgrade to a patched version of AIX that addresses the buffer overflow issue.
3
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2002-0743?
The potential impacts of CVE-2002-0743 include application crashes and service disruptions due to core dumps.
4
Is CVE-2002-0743 only applicable to IBM AIX 4.3.3?
Yes, CVE-2002-0743 specifically affects the mail and mailx applications in IBM AIX version 4.3.3.
5
Can CVE-2002-0743 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2002-0743 can potentially be exploited remotely by sending crafted arguments that trigger the buffer overflow.