CVE-2002-0768: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 12, 2002
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Updated

Buffer overflow in lukemftp FTP client in SuSE 6.4 through 8.0, and possibly other operating systems, allows a malicious FTP server to execute arbitrary code via a long PASV command.

Affected Software

7 affected components
Luke Mewburn Lukemftp<=1.5
SUSE SuSE Linux=7.2
SUSE SuSE Linux=8.0
SUSE SuSE Linux=7.0
SUSE SuSE Linux=7.1
SUSE SuSE Linux=6.4
SUSE SuSE Linux=7.3

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-2002-0768?

CVE-2002-0768 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution through a buffer overflow.

2

How do I fix CVE-2002-0768?

To fix CVE-2002-0768, upgrade to a version of lukemftp that is later than 1.5 which addresses this vulnerability.

3

Which versions of SUSE Linux are affected by CVE-2002-0768?

CVE-2002-0768 affects SUSE Linux versions 6.4 through 8.0.

4

What type of attack is associated with CVE-2002-0768?

CVE-2002-0768 is associated with remote code execution attacks via a malicious FTP server sending a long PASV command.

5

Are there any workarounds for CVE-2002-0768?

Disabling the use of the lukemftp FTP client or restricting network access to trusted servers can serve as temporary workarounds for CVE-2002-0768.

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