CVE-2002-0885: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 31, 2002
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Updated

Multiple buffer overflows in in.rarpd (ARP server) on Solaris, and possibly other operating systems including Caldera UnixWare and Open UNIX, allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, possibly via the functions (1) syserr and (2) error.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Caldera UnixWare=7.1.1
Sun SunOS=5.7
Sun SunOS=5.8
Caldera OpenUnix=8.0

Event History

Aug 31, 2002
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2002-0885?

CVE-2002-0885 is considered to have a high severity due to the potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2002-0885?

To fix CVE-2002-0885, ensure that you apply the latest security patches or disable the in.rarpd service if it's not needed.

3

Which systems are affected by CVE-2002-0885?

CVE-2002-0885 affects Solaris versions 5.7 and 5.8, Caldera UnixWare 7.1.1, and SCO Open UNIX 8.0.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2002-0885?

CVE-2002-0885 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

5

Are there any known exploits for CVE-2002-0885?

Yes, there are known exploits for CVE-2002-0885 that take advantage of the buffer overflow in the ARP server.

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