CVE-2002-2087: Buffer Overflow
Published Dec 31, 2002
·Updated
Buffer overflow in Borland InterBase 6.0 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long INTERBASE environment variable when calling (1) gdsdrop, (2) gdslockmgr, or (3) gdsinetserver.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Borland Software Interbase=6.0
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Dec 31, 2002
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Aug 5, 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-2002-2087?
The severity of CVE-2002-2087 is considered high due to the potential for local users to execute arbitrary code.
2
How do I fix CVE-2002-2087?
To fix CVE-2002-2087, apply the latest patches or updates provided by Borland for InterBase 6.0.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2002-2087?
CVE-2002-2087 affects local users of Borland InterBase 6.0 who can manipulate environment variables.
4
What is the cause of CVE-2002-2087?
CVE-2002-2087 is caused by a buffer overflow vulnerability in the handling of the INTERBASE environment variable.
5
What versions of InterBase are impacted by CVE-2002-2087?
CVE-2002-2087 impacts version 6.0 of Borland InterBase.