CVE-2002-1129: Buffer Overflow
Published Sep 24, 2002
·Updated
Buffer overflow in dxterm allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long -xrm argument.
Affected Software
27 affected components
Compaq Tru64=4.0f
Compaq Tru64=4.0f_pk6_bl17
Compaq Tru64=4.0f_pk7_bl18
Compaq Tru64=4.0g
Compaq Tru64=4.0g_pk3_bl17
Compaq Tru64=5.0
Compaq Tru64=5.0_pk4_bl17
Compaq Tru64=5.0_pk4_bl18
Compaq Tru64=5.0a
Compaq Tru64=5.0a_pk3_bl17
Compaq Tru64=5.1
Compaq Tru64=5.1_pk3_bl17
Compaq Tru64=5.1_pk4_bl18
Compaq Tru64=5.1_pk5_bl19
Compaq Tru64=5.1a
Compaq Tru64=5.1a_pk1_bl1
Compaq Tru64=5.1a_pk2_bl2
Digital Osf 1=3.0
Digital Osf 1=3.0b
Digital Osf 1=3.2
Digital Osf 1=3.2b
Digital Osf 1=3.2c
Digital Osf 1=3.2d
Digital Osf 1=3.2de1
Digital Osf 1=3.2de2
Digital Osf 1=3.2f
Digital Osf 1=3.2g
Remediation
Event History
Sep 24, 2002
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2002-1129?
CVE-2002-1129 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for local users to execute arbitrary code.
2
How do I fix CVE-2002-1129?
To fix CVE-2002-1129, update the affected software to the latest version or apply the appropriate patches provided by the vendor.
3
Which software is affected by CVE-2002-1129?
CVE-2002-1129 affects various versions of Compaq Tru64 and Digital OSF/1 operating systems.
4
Who can exploit CVE-2002-1129?
CVE-2002-1129 can be exploited by local users with access to the affected systems.
5
What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2002-1129?
Exploiting CVE-2002-1129 can lead to arbitrary code execution, allowing attackers to gain elevated privileges on the system.