CVE-2002-0853: Medium severity Cisco VPN Client vulnerability
Cisco Virtual Private Network (VPN) Client 3.5.4 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via a packet with a zero-length payload.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-0853?
CVE-2002-0853 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability that can lead to high CPU consumption.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0853?
To fix CVE-2002-0853, upgrade to a secure version of the Cisco VPN Client that is later than 3.5.4.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0853?
CVE-2002-0853 affects Cisco VPN Client versions 3.5.1 and 3.5.2 across multiple operating systems including Windows, Mac OS X, Linux, and Solaris.
What can attackers do with CVE-2002-0853?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2002-0853 to send specially crafted packets with zero-length payloads, causing a denial of service.
Is CVE-2002-0853 still a concern today?
While CVE-2002-0853 pertains to older software versions, any systems still using vulnerable versions remain at risk.