First published: Wed Aug 07 2002(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in the DNS SRV code for nss_ldap before nss_ldap-198 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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PADL nss_ldap | <=198 |
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CVE-2002-0825 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution and denial of service.
To fix CVE-2002-0825, upgrade nss_ldap to version 198 or later.
CVE-2002-0825 affects nss_ldap versions prior to nss_ldap-198.
Yes, CVE-2002-0825 may allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to unauthorized access.
There is no widely recognized workaround for CVE-2002-0825; upgrading to a safe version is recommended.