CVE-2002-0973
First published: Fri Aug 23 2002(Updated: )
Integer signedness error in several system calls for FreeBSD 4.6.1 RELEASE-p10 and earlier may allow attackers to access sensitive kernel memory via large negative values to the (1) accept, (2) getsockname, and (3) getpeername system calls, and the (4) vesa FBIO_GETPALETTE ioctl.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| FreeBSD Kernel | =4.1.1-stable | |
| FreeBSD Kernel | =4.1.1-release | |
| FreeBSD Kernel | =4.4-stable | |
| FreeBSD Kernel | =4.6-release | |
| FreeBSD Kernel | =4.3-stable | |
| FreeBSD Kernel | =4.5-stable | |
| FreeBSD Kernel | =4.5-release | |
| FreeBSD Kernel | =4.3-release | |
| FreeBSD Kernel | =4.2-stable | |
| FreeBSD Kernel | =4.5 | |
| FreeBSD Kernel | =4.1 | |
| FreeBSD Kernel | =4.4 | |
| FreeBSD Kernel | =4.2 | |
| FreeBSD Kernel | =4.0 | |
| FreeBSD Kernel | =4.1.1 | |
| FreeBSD Kernel | =4.6 | |
| FreeBSD Kernel | =4.3 | |
| FreeBSD Kernel | =4.6.1-release_p10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-0973?
CVE-2002-0973 has a high severity level due to potential access to sensitive kernel memory by attackers.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0973?
To fix CVE-2002-0973, upgrade to a patched version of FreeBSD that addresses the signedness error.
What systems are affected by CVE-2002-0973?
CVE-2002-0973 affects FreeBSD versions 4.6.1 RELEASE-p10 and earlier.
What actions can be taken to mitigate CVE-2002-0973?
Mitigation for CVE-2002-0973 includes applying security patches and conducting regular vulnerability assessments.
Can CVE-2002-0973 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2002-0973 can potentially be exploited remotely through specific system calls.
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