CVE-2002-1754: Buffer Overflow
Published Dec 31, 2002
·Updated
Buffer overflow in Novell NetWare Client 4.80 through 4.83 allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) by using ping, traceroute, or a similar utility to force the client to resolve a large hostname.
Affected Software
4 affected components
Novell Netware Client=4.81
Novell Netware Client=4.83
Novell Netware Client=4.80
Novell Netware Client=4.82
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Dec 31, 2002
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Jun 21, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2002-1754?
CVE-2002-1754 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its ability to cause denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2002-1754?
To fix CVE-2002-1754, update to a non-vulnerable version of Novell NetWare Client, specifically versions 4.84 or later.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2002-1754?
Local users of Novell NetWare Client versions 4.80 through 4.83 are affected by CVE-2002-1754.
4
What causes the vulnerability in CVE-2002-1754?
CVE-2002-1754 is caused by a buffer overflow triggered by the client attempting to resolve large hostnames.
5
What is the impact of CVE-2002-1754?
The impact of CVE-2002-1754 is a potential denial of service, causing the affected software to crash.