Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in ncurses 5.0, and the ncurses4 compatibility package as used in Red Hat Linux, allows local users to gain privileges, related to "routines for moving the physical cursor and scrolling."
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | Debian Linux | 2.2 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 3.1 |
| Redhat | Linux | 6.1 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 6.2 |
| Gnu | Ncurses | < 5.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.debian.org/security/2002/dsa-113PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/8222.phpThird Party Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2002-020.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2116PatchThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.debian.org/security/2002/dsa-113PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/8222.phpThird Party Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2002-020.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2116PatchThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-0062?
CVE-2002-0062 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in ncurses 5.0, and the ncurses4 compatibility package as used in Red Hat Linux, allows local users to gain privileges, related to "routines for moving the physical cursor and scrollin...
How severe is CVE-2002-0062?
CVE-2002-0062 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2002-0062?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Debian Debian Linux, Freebsd Freebsd, Redhat Linux, Suse Suse Linux, Gnu Ncurses.