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CVE-2002-2308

First published: Tue Dec 31 2002(Updated: )

Netscape Communicator 6.2.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service in client browsers via a webpage containing a recursive META refresh tag where the content tag is blank and the URL tag references itself.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Netscape Communicator=6.2.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2002-2308?

    CVE-2002-2308 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2002-2308?

    To fix CVE-2002-2308, avoid using Netscape Communicator 6.2.1 or implement network measures to filter out malicious META refresh tags.

  • What are the potential impacts of CVE-2002-2308?

    The potential impact of CVE-2002-2308 is that it can cause client browsers to crash or become unresponsive.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2002-2308?

    CVE-2002-2308 specifically affects users of Netscape Communicator version 6.2.1.

  • Is CVE-2002-2308 still a concern today?

    While CVE-2002-2308 is an older vulnerability, it may still be relevant for legacy systems using outdated software.

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