CVE-2002-1183
First published: Wed Dec 11 2002(Updated: )
Microsoft Windows 98 and Windows NT 4.0 do not properly verify the Basic Constraints of digital certificates, allowing remote attackers to execute code, aka "New Variant of Certificate Validation Flaw Could Enable Identity Spoofing" (CAN-2002-0862).
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 9x | =gold | |
| Microsoft Windows 98 | ||
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5410
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A2108
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1455
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1059
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/9776
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2002/ms02-050
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-1183?
CVE-2002-1183 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1183?
To mitigate CVE-2002-1183, users should upgrade to a supported version of Windows that includes fixes for this vulnerability.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2002-1183?
CVE-2002-1183 affects Microsoft Windows NT 4.0, Windows 98, and Windows 98SE.
What type of attack does CVE-2002-1183 enable?
CVE-2002-1183 enables identity spoofing attacks by allowing improper validation of digital certificates.
When was CVE-2002-1183 disclosed?
CVE-2002-1183 was disclosed in the year 2002.
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