CVE-2002-1622: Buffer Overflow
Published Dec 31, 2002
·Updated
Buffer overflow in certain RPC routines in IBM AIX 4.3 may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code, related to a "variable data type."
Affected Software
1 affected component
IBM AIX=4.3
Event History
Dec 31, 2002
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Mar 26, 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-2002-1622?
CVE-2002-1622 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2002-1622?
To mitigate CVE-2002-1622, it is recommended to upgrade to a patched version of IBM AIX that addresses the buffer overflow issue.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2002-1622?
CVE-2002-1622 specifically affects IBM AIX version 4.3.
4
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2002-1622?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2002-1622 by leveraging the buffer overflow to execute arbitrary code remotely.
5
Is there any workaround for CVE-2002-1622?
Currently, there are no effective workarounds for CVE-2002-1622 other than applying the appropriate patches.