CVE-2002-2140: Buffer Overflow

Published Dec 31, 2002
·
Updated

Buffer overflow in Cisco PIX Firewall 5.2.x to 5.2.8, 6.0.x to 6.0.3, 6.1.x to 6.1.3, and 6.2.x to 6.2.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via HTTP traffic authentication using (1) TACACS+ or (2) RADIUS.

Affected Software

19 affected components
Cisco Pix Firewall Software=5.2
Cisco Pix Firewall Software=5.2\(8\)
Cisco Pix Firewall Software=6.0\(1\)
Cisco Pix Firewall Software=6.0\(2\)
Cisco Pix Firewall Software=6.2
Cisco Pix Firewall Software=5.2\(1\)
Cisco Pix Firewall Software=5.2\(2\)
Cisco Pix Firewall Software=5.2\(3\)
Cisco Pix Firewall Software=5.2\(4\)
Cisco Pix Firewall Software=5.2\(6\)
Cisco Pix Firewall Software=6.0
Cisco Pix Firewall Software=6.0\(3\)
Cisco Pix Firewall Software=6.1
Cisco Pix Firewall Software=6.1\(2\)
Cisco Pix Firewall Software=5.2\(5\)
Cisco Pix Firewall Software=5.2\(7\)
Cisco Pix Firewall Software=6.1\(1\)
Cisco Pix Firewall Software=6.1\(3\)
Cisco Pix Firewall Software=6.2\(1\)

Event History

Dec 31, 2002
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Nov 16, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:17 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:17 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2002-2140?

CVE-2002-2140 is classified as a high severity vulnerability that can lead to remote denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2002-2140?

To fix CVE-2002-2140, upgrade your Cisco PIX Firewall software to a version that is not affected by this vulnerability.

3

What versions of Cisco PIX Firewall are affected by CVE-2002-2140?

CVE-2002-2140 affects Cisco PIX Firewall versions 5.2.x to 5.2.8, 6.0.x to 6.0.3, 6.1.x to 6.1.3, and 6.2.x to 6.2.1.

4

Can CVE-2002-2140 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2002-2140 can be exploited by remote attackers through crafted HTTP traffic authentication.

5

What types of authentication are affected by CVE-2002-2140?

CVE-2002-2140 specifically affects TACACS+ and RADIUS authentication protocols.

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