CVE-2002-0782: Medium severity Novell BorderManager vulnerability
Published Jul 26, 2002
·Updated
Novell BorderManager 3.5 with PAT (Port-Address Translate) enabled allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service by filling the connection table with a large number of connection requests to hosts that do not have a specific route, which may be forwarded to the public interface.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Novell BorderManager=3.5
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-2002-0782?
CVE-2002-0782 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2002-0782?
To fix CVE-2002-0782, disable PAT or limit the maximum number of connection requests.
3
Which version of Novell BorderManager is affected by CVE-2002-0782?
CVE-2002-0782 specifically affects Novell BorderManager version 3.5.
4
What type of attack does CVE-2002-0782 involve?
CVE-2002-0782 involves remote attackers sending numerous connection requests to exhaust resources.
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What is the impact of CVE-2002-0782 on network services?
CVE-2002-0782 can lead to a denial of service, preventing legitimate users from accessing network services.