CVE-2002-2206
First published: Tue Dec 31 2002(Updated: )
The POP3 proxy service (POPROXY.EXE) in Norton AntiVirus 2001 allows local users to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption and crash) via a long username with multiple /localhost entries.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Symantec Norton Antivirus | =2001 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-2206?
CVE-2002-2206 is considered a denial of service vulnerability that could severely impact the performance of the affected system.
How do I fix CVE-2002-2206?
To mitigate CVE-2002-2206, it is recommended to upgrade to a later version of Norton AntiVirus that does not contain this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2002-2206?
CVE-2002-2206 affects users of Norton AntiVirus 2001 specifically using the POP3 proxy service.
What type of attack is demonstrated in CVE-2002-2206?
CVE-2002-2206 demonstrates a denial of service attack that can lead to high CPU consumption and crashing of the POP3 proxy service.
Can CVE-2002-2206 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2002-2206 requires local access to exploit, meaning it cannot be exploited remotely.
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