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CVE-2002-0896

First published: Sat Aug 31 2002(Updated: )

The throttle capability in Swatch may fail to report certain events if (1) the same type of event occurs after the throttle period, or (2) when multiple events matching the same "watchfor" expression do not occur after the throttle period, which could allow attackers to avoid detection.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Swatch=3.0.3
Swatch=3.0.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2002-0896?

    CVE-2002-0896 has a medium severity level due to its potential to allow attackers to evade detection.

  • How do I fix CVE-2002-0896?

    To fix CVE-2002-0896, upgrade Swatch to version 3.0.5 or later where the throttle functionality is improved.

  • What impacts does CVE-2002-0896 have on security monitoring?

    CVE-2002-0896 impacts security monitoring by potentially allowing certain events to go unreported, compromising the effectiveness of threat detection.

  • Which versions of Swatch are affected by CVE-2002-0896?

    CVE-2002-0896 affects Swatch versions 3.0.3 and 3.0.4.

  • Can CVE-2002-0896 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2002-0896 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to manipulate event reporting.

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