CVE-2002-0981: Buffer Overflow
Published Sep 24, 2002
·Updated
Buffer overflow in ndcfg command for UnixWare 7.1.1 and Open UNIX 8.0.0 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long command line.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Caldera UnixWare=7.1.1
Caldera OpenUnix=8.0
Remediation
Event History
Sep 24, 2002
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Apr 2, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2002-0981?
CVE-2002-0981 has a high severity rating due to its potential for local users to execute arbitrary code.
2
How do I fix CVE-2002-0981?
To fix CVE-2002-0981, update to the latest version of UnixWare or Open UNIX that addresses the buffer overflow vulnerability.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2002-0981?
CVE-2002-0981 affects local users of UnixWare 7.1.1 and Open UNIX 8.0 who can exploit the ndcfg command.
4
What versions of Unix are vulnerable to CVE-2002-0981?
The vulnerable versions of Unix are UnixWare 7.1.1 and Open UNIX 8.0.
5
What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2002-0981?
CVE-2002-0981 can be exploited through a buffer overflow attack using a long command line in the ndcfg command.