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Advisory Published
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CVE-2003-0291

First published: Thu May 15 2003(Updated: )

3com OfficeConnect Remote 812 ADSL Router 1.1.7 does not properly clear memory from DHCP responses, which allows remote attackers to identify the contents of previous HTTP requests by sniffing DHCP packets.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
3com 3cp4144=1.1.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2003-0291?

    CVE-2003-0291 is considered to be a moderate severity vulnerability due to the potential exposure of sensitive information.

  • How do I fix CVE-2003-0291?

    To fix CVE-2003-0291, it is recommended to upgrade the 3com OfficeConnect Remote 812 ADSL Router to a patched version that properly clears memory from DHCP responses.

  • What kind of attacks can exploit CVE-2003-0291?

    Attackers can exploit CVE-2003-0291 by sniffing DHCP packets to capture sensitive data from previous HTTP requests.

  • What devices are affected by CVE-2003-0291?

    CVE-2003-0291 specifically affects the 3com OfficeConnect Remote 812 ADSL Router running version 1.1.7.

  • Is a firewall sufficient protection against CVE-2003-0291?

    A firewall may provide some level of protection, but it cannot mitigate the information disclosure risks associated with CVE-2003-0291.

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