CVE-2002-1400: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Jan 08 2003(Updated: )
Heap-based buffer overflow in the repeat() function for PostgreSQL before 7.2.2 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code by causing repeat() to generate a large string.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| PostgreSQL Common | =6.3.2 | |
| PostgreSQL Common | =6.5.3 | |
| PostgreSQL Common | =7.0.3 | |
| PostgreSQL Common | =7.1 | |
| PostgreSQL Common | =7.1.1 | |
| PostgreSQL Common | =7.1.2 | |
| PostgreSQL Common | =7.1.3 | |
| PostgreSQL Common | =7.2 | |
| PostgreSQL Common | =7.2.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://archives.postgresql.org/pgsql-announce/2002-08/msg00004.php
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000524
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=102987306029821&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=103021186622725&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=103036987114437&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=postgresql-announce&m=103062536330644
- http://secunia.com/advisories/8034
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2002:062
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2002_038_postgresql.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-001.html
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-1400?
CVE-2002-1400 has a high severity rating due to its potential for allowing arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1400?
To fix CVE-2002-1400, upgrade to PostgreSQL version 7.2.2 or higher.
What versions of PostgreSQL are affected by CVE-2002-1400?
CVE-2002-1400 affects PostgreSQL versions 6.5.3 through 7.2.1.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2002-1400?
CVE-2002-1400 is classified as a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
What impact does CVE-2002-1400 have on PostgreSQL?
The impact of CVE-2002-1400 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code by leveraging the repeat() function.
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