CVE-2002-2397: Critical severity Symantec Sygate Personal Firewall vulnerability

Published Dec 31, 2002
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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.

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