CVE-2002-1989: Medium severity Caucho Technology Resin vulnerability
Published Dec 31, 2002
·Updated
Resin 2.1.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (thread and connection consumption) via multiple URL requests containing the DOS 'CON' device name and a registered file extension such as .jsp or .xtp.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Caucho Technology Resin=2.1.1
Remediation
Event History
Dec 31, 2002
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Jul 14, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2002-1989?
CVE-2002-1989 is considered to have a high severity due to its potential to cause denial of service through resource exhaustion.
2
How do I fix CVE-2002-1989?
To fix CVE-2002-1989, upgrade to a newer version of Resin that does not contain the vulnerability.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2002-1989?
CVE-2002-1989 affects Resin version 2.1.1, specifically.
4
Can CVE-2002-1989 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2002-1989 can be exploited remotely by sending multiple crafted URL requests.
5
What type of attack does CVE-2002-1989 involve?
CVE-2002-1989 involves a denial of service attack that leads to thread and connection consumption.