CWE
119 190
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2002-1401: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed Jan 08 2003(Updated: )

Buffer overflows in (1) circle_poly, (2) path_encode and (3) path_add (also incorrectly identified as path_addr) for PostgreSQL 7.2.3 and earlier allow attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code, possibly as a result of an integer overflow.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
PostgreSQL Common=7.2
PostgreSQL Common=6.3.2
PostgreSQL Common=7.2.3
PostgreSQL Common=7.1.1
PostgreSQL Common=7.1.3
PostgreSQL Common=7.0.3
PostgreSQL Common=7.1
PostgreSQL Common=7.2.2
PostgreSQL Common=6.5.3
PostgreSQL Common=7.2.1
PostgreSQL Common=7.1.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2002-1401?

    CVE-2002-1401 has a high severity due to its potential to cause denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code.

  • How do I fix CVE-2002-1401?

    To fix CVE-2002-1401, upgrade PostgreSQL to version 7.3 or later, where this vulnerability is addressed.

  • Which versions of PostgreSQL are affected by CVE-2002-1401?

    CVE-2002-1401 affects PostgreSQL versions 7.2.3 and earlier, including 7.2.2 and 7.1.x versions.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2002-1401?

    CVE-2002-1401 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that can lead to denial of service and may allow for arbitrary code execution.

  • Is CVE-2002-1401 a critical vulnerability?

    Yes, CVE-2002-1401 is considered critical due to its severe impact on system stability and security.

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