CVE-2002-2337: Medium severity Kaspersky Lab Kaspersky Anti-hacker vulnerability
Kaspersky Anti-Hacker 1.0, when configured to automatically block attacks, allows remote attackers to block IP addresses and cause a denial of service via spoofed packets.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Configuration
Disable the 'automatically block attacks' feature in Kaspersky Anti-Hacker 1.0 to prevent remote attackers from causing IP addresses to be blocked via spoofed packets.
Kaspersky Anti-Hacker 1.0 automatically block attacks = disabled
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-2337?
CVE-2002-2337 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service by blocking IP addresses.
How do I fix CVE-2002-2337?
To fix CVE-2002-2337, users should update to a newer version of Kaspersky Anti-Hacker or disable the automatic blocking feature.
What damage can CVE-2002-2337 cause?
CVE-2002-2337 can cause significant disruption by preventing legitimate traffic and blocking critical IP addresses during a denial of service.
Who is affected by CVE-2002-2337?
CVE-2002-2337 affects all users of Kaspersky Anti-Hacker version 1.0 that have configured the software to automatically block attacks.
Is CVE-2002-2337 a common vulnerability?
While not widely reported recently, CVE-2002-2337 is a notable vulnerability in older security software that should not be overlooked.