Vulnerability Description
XChat IRC client allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a /dns command on a host whose DNS reverse lookup contains shell metacharacters.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Xchat | Xchat | <= 1.89 |
References
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000526
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=101725430425490&w=2
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/8704.php
- http://www.linux-mandrake.com/en/security/2002/MDKSA-2002-051.php
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2002-097.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2002-124.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4376
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000526
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=101725430425490&w=2
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/8704.php
- http://www.linux-mandrake.com/en/security/2002/MDKSA-2002-051.php
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2002-097.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2002-124.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4376
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-0382?
CVE-2002-0382 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). XChat IRC client allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a /dns command on a host whose DNS reverse lookup contains shell metacharacters.
How severe is CVE-2002-0382?
CVE-2002-0382 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-2002-0382?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Xchat Xchat.