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CVE-2002-1317: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed Dec 11 2002(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in Dispatch() routine for XFS font server (fs.auto) on Solaris 2.5.1 through 9 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or execute arbitrary code via a certain XFS query.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
SGI IRIX=6.5.6
XFree86 X Server=3.3.4
SGI IRIX=6.5.1
SGI IRIX=6.5.10
SGI IRIX=6.5.12
SGI IRIX=6.5.9
XFree86 X Server=3.3
SGI IRIX=6.5.3
SGI IRIX=6.5.8
SGI IRIX=6.5.5
XFree86 X Server=3.3.2
SGI IRIX=6.5.4
XFree86 X Server=3.3.5
SGI IRIX=6.5.11
SGI IRIX=6.5.2
SGI IRIX=6.5
SGI IRIX=6.5.7
XFree86 X Server=3.3.3
SGI IRIX=6.5.13
HPE HP-UX=11.11
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=2.5.1
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=2.5.1
HPE HP-UX=11.04
Sun SunOS=5.7
Sun SunOS=5.8
HPE HP-UX=11.00
HPE HP-UX=10.24
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=7.0
HPE HP-UX=11.22
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=9.0
Sun SunOS=5.5.1
HPE HP-UX=10.20
HPE HP-UX=10.10
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=9.0-x86_update_2
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=2.6
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=8.0
Sun SunOS

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2002-1317?

    CVE-2002-1317 is classified as a medium to high severity vulnerability due to potential denial of service and execution of arbitrary code.

  • How do I fix CVE-2002-1317?

    To fix CVE-2002-1317, update the affected XFS font server or apply the latest patches provided by your operating system vendor.

  • Which software is affected by CVE-2002-1317?

    CVE-2002-1317 affects multiple versions of the XFS font server and various SGI IRIX installations.

  • Can CVE-2002-1317 lead to remote code execution?

    Yes, CVE-2002-1317 can allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable systems.

  • Is CVE-2002-1317 still a risk today?

    While CVE-2002-1317 is an older vulnerability, systems running unpatched versions of the affected software may still be at risk.

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