CVE-2002-1605: Buffer Overflow
Buffer overflow in HP Tru64 UNIX 5.1a, 5.1, 5.0a, 4.0g, and 4.0f allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long XKBCHARSET environment variable to (1) dxpause, (2) dxconsole, or (3) dtsession.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-1605?
CVE-2002-1605 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1605?
To fix CVE-2002-1605, update your affected HP Tru64 UNIX or HP-UX systems to the latest patches provided by HP.
Which versions of HP Tru64 UNIX are affected by CVE-2002-1605?
CVE-2002-1605 affects HP Tru64 UNIX versions 4.0f, 4.0g, 5.0a, 5.1, and 5.1a.
Can CVE-2002-1605 affect HP-UX systems?
Yes, CVE-2002-1605 can affect certain versions of HP-UX systems, specifically 10.20, 11.00, 11.04, 11.11, and 11.22.
What kind of attack does CVE-2002-1605 enable?
CVE-2002-1605 enables attackers to execute arbitrary code by exploiting a buffer overflow caused by a long _XKB_CHARSET environment variable.