CVE-2002-2259: Buffer Overflow
Buffer overflow in the French documentation patch for Gnuplot 3.7 in SuSE Linux before 8.0 allows local users to execute arbitrary code as root via unknown attack vectors.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
SuSE Linuxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 8.0
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-2259?
CVE-2002-2259 is considered to have a high severity due to its potential for local users to execute arbitrary code as root.
How do I fix CVE-2002-2259?
To fix CVE-2002-2259, update to a later version of Gnuplot beyond 3.7 or apply patches provided by your distribution.
Is my system affected by CVE-2002-2259?
If you are using SuSE Linux versions prior to 8.0 and have Gnuplot 3.7 installed, your system is affected by CVE-2002-2259.
What types of systems are vulnerable to CVE-2002-2259?
CVE-2002-2259 affects local users on systems running SuSE Linux versions below 8.0 with Gnuplot version 3.7.
Can CVE-2002-2259 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2002-2259 is not known to be remotely exploitable as it requires local access to the system.