CVE-2003-0616: High severity McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator vulnerability

Published Aug 1, 2003
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Updated

Format string vulnerability in ePO service for McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator 2.0, 2.5, and 2.5.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a POST request with format strings in the computerlist parameter, which are used when logging a failed name resolution.

Affected Software

4 affected components
McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator=2.5.1
McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator=2.5
McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator=2.5-sp1
McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator=2.0

Event History

Aug 1, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Aug 27, 2003
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2003-0616?

CVE-2003-0616 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2003-0616?

To fix CVE-2003-0616, ensure that you upgrade to the latest version of McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator, specifically version 2.5.1 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2003-0616?

CVE-2003-0616 affects users of McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator versions 2.0, 2.5, and 2.5.1.

4

What type of attack is facilitated by CVE-2003-0616?

CVE-2003-0616 facilitates remote code execution attacks via a crafted POST request.

5

What component of McAfee software is vulnerable in CVE-2003-0616?

The ePO service component of McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator is vulnerable in CVE-2003-0616.

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