CVE-2002-1608: Buffer Overflow
Published Aug 31, 2002
·Updated
Buffer overflow in traceroute in HP Tru64 UNIX 5.1a, 5.1, 5.0a, 4.0g, and 4.0f allows local users to execute arbitrary code.
Affected Software
10 affected components
HPE HP-UX=10.20
HPE HP-UX=11.00
HPE HP-UX=11.04
HPE HP-UX=11.11
HPE HP-UX=11.22
Compaq Tru64=4.0f
Compaq Tru64=4.0g
Compaq Tru64=5.0a
Compaq Tru64=5.1
Compaq Tru64=5.1a
Event History
Aug 31, 2002
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Mar 25, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2002-1608?
CVE-2002-1608 is considered to be of high severity due to its potential to allow local users to execute arbitrary code.
2
How do I fix CVE-2002-1608?
To fix CVE-2002-1608, you should apply the latest patches provided by HP for the affected versions of HP Tru64.
3
What versions of HP Tru64 are affected by CVE-2002-1608?
CVE-2002-1608 affects HP Tru64 versions 4.0g, 4.0f, 5.0a, 5.1, and 5.1a.
4
Can CVE-2002-1608 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2002-1608 requires local access for exploitation.
5
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2002-1608?
CVE-2002-1608 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability.