CVE-2002-1520: Critical severity WatchGuard Firebox vulnerability

Published Apr 2, 2003
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Updated

The CLI interface for WatchGuard Firebox Vclass 3.2 and earlier, and RSSA Appliance 3.0.2, does not properly close the SSH connection when a -N option is provided during authentication, which allows remote attackers to access CLI with administrator privileges.

Affected Software

9 affected components
WatchGuard Firebox=v10
WatchGuard Firebox=v60
Rapidstream Rapidstream=2000
Rapidstream Rapidstream=500
Rapidstream Rapidstream=4000
Rapidstream Rapidstream=8000
WatchGuard Firebox=v80
WatchGuard Firebox=v100
Rapidstream Rapidstream=6000

Event History

Apr 2, 2003
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Sep 1, 2004
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2002-1520?

CVE-2002-1520 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote unauthorized access with administrator privileges.

2

How do I fix CVE-2002-1520?

To fix CVE-2002-1520, upgrade to the latest version of the affected WatchGuard Firebox or Rapidstream software.

3

Which versions are affected by CVE-2002-1520?

CVE-2002-1520 affects WatchGuard Firebox versions 3.2 and earlier, and Rapidstream models such as 2000, 500, 4000, 8000, and 6000.

4

What does the CVE-2002-1520 vulnerability allow?

CVE-2002-1520 allows remote attackers to gain CLI access with administrator privileges due to improper SSH connection closure.

5

Is CVE-2002-1520 a common vulnerability?

CVE-2002-1520 is well-documented within the cybersecurity community as a significant security risk affecting multiple devices.

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