CVE-2002-2368: Buffer Overflow

Published Dec 31, 2002
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Updated

Multiple buffer overflows in NEC SOCKS5 1.0 r11 and earlier allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via a long username to (1) the GetString function in proxy.c for the SOCKS5 module or (2) the HandleS4Connection function in proxy.c for the SOCKS4 module.

Affected Software

1 affected component
NEC Socks 5<=1.0r11

Event History

Dec 31, 2002
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Oct 31, 2007
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2002-2368?

CVE-2002-2368 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution and denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2002-2368?

To fix CVE-2002-2368, upgrade to a version of NEC SOCKS5 later than 1.0r11 that does not contain the buffer overflow vulnerabilities.

3

What types of attacks does CVE-2002-2368 enable?

CVE-2002-2368 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code and cause denial of service via buffer overflow attacks.

4

What software is affected by CVE-2002-2368?

CVE-2002-2368 affects NEC SOCKS5 version 1.0 r11 and earlier.

5

What are the specific functions impacted by CVE-2002-2368?

CVE-2002-2368 impacts the GetString function in proxy.c for the SOCKS5 module and HandleS4Connection function for the SOCKS4 module.

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