CVE-2002-2140: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue 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.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco PIX Firewall | =5.2 | |
| Cisco PIX Firewall | =5.2\(8\) | |
| Cisco PIX Firewall | =6.0\(1\) | |
| Cisco PIX Firewall | =6.0\(2\) | |
| Cisco PIX Firewall | =6.2 | |
| Cisco PIX Firewall | =5.2\(1\) | |
| Cisco PIX Firewall | =5.2\(2\) | |
| Cisco PIX Firewall | =5.2\(3\) | |
| Cisco PIX Firewall | =5.2\(4\) | |
| Cisco PIX Firewall | =5.2\(6\) | |
| Cisco PIX Firewall | =6.0 | |
| Cisco PIX Firewall | =6.0\(3\) | |
| Cisco PIX Firewall | =6.1 | |
| Cisco PIX Firewall | =6.1\(2\) | |
| Cisco PIX Firewall | =5.2\(5\) | |
| Cisco PIX Firewall | =5.2\(7\) | |
| Cisco PIX Firewall | =6.1\(1\) | |
| Cisco PIX Firewall | =6.1\(3\) | |
| Cisco PIX Firewall | =6.2\(1\) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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.
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.
Can CVE-2002-2140 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2002-2140 can be exploited by remote attackers through crafted HTTP traffic authentication.
What types of authentication are affected by CVE-2002-2140?
CVE-2002-2140 specifically affects TACACS+ and RADIUS authentication protocols.
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