Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in telnet server in Windows 2000 and Interix 2.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via malformed protocol options.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Interix | 2.2 |
| Microsoft | Windows 2000 | All versions |
References
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/8094.phpPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4061PatchVendor Advisory
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2002/ms02-00
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/8094.phpPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4061PatchVendor Advisory
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2002/ms02-00
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-0020?
CVE-2002-0020 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in telnet server in Windows 2000 and Interix 2.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via malformed protocol options.
How severe is CVE-2002-0020?
CVE-2002-0020 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2002-0020?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Interix, Microsoft Windows 2000.