CVE-2002-2397: Critical severity Symantec Sygate Personal Firewall vulnerability
Published Dec 31, 2002
·Updated
Sygate personal firewall 5.0 could allow remote attackers to bypass firewall filters via spoofed (1) source IP address of 127.0.0.1 or (2) network address of 127.0.0.0.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Symantec Sygate Personal Firewall=5.0
Event History
Dec 31, 2002
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Nov 1, 2007
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2002-2397?
CVE-2002-2397 has a moderate severity rating due to its ability to bypass firewall filters.
2
How do I fix CVE-2002-2397?
To fix CVE-2002-2397, upgrade to a patched version of Sygate Personal Firewall or disable the specific features that allow spoofing.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2002-2397?
CVE-2002-2397 affects Sygate Personal Firewall version 5.0.
4
Can CVE-2002-2397 lead to unauthorized access?
Yes, CVE-2002-2397 can allow remote attackers to bypass firewall protections and potentially gain unauthorized access.
5
Is CVE-2002-2397 still a threat today?
While CVE-2002-2397 may not be a prevalent threat today, any unsupported software can still pose risks if vulnerabilities are unpatched.