CVE-2002-2243
First published: Tue Dec 31 2002(Updated: )
Akfingerd 0.5 and possibly earlier versions only allows one connection at a time and does not time out connections, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (refused connections) by opening a connection and not closing it.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| cfingerd | =0.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-2243?
CVE-2002-2243 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How can I mitigate the CVE-2002-2243 vulnerability?
To mitigate CVE-2002-2243, consider implementing a connection timeout feature or upgrade to a version of Akfingerd that addresses this issue.
What versions of Akfingerd are affected by CVE-2002-2243?
CVE-2002-2243 affects Akfingerd version 0.5 and possibly earlier versions.
How does CVE-2002-2243 allow for a denial of service attack?
CVE-2002-2243 allows for a denial of service attack by permitting only one connection at a time and failing to time out inactive connections.
Are there any known exploits for CVE-2002-2243?
Yes, there are known exploits for CVE-2002-2243 that allow attackers to open connections and cause service refusal.
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