Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflows in PostgreSQL 7.2 allow attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via long arguments to the functions (1) lpad or (2) rpad.
CVSS Score
4.6
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Postgresql | Postgresql | 6.3.2 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=102987608300785&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/8034
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-001.html
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=102987608300785&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/8034
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-001.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-0972?
CVE-2002-0972 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). Buffer overflows in PostgreSQL 7.2 allow attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via long arguments to the functions (1) lpad or (2) rpad.
How severe is CVE-2002-0972?
CVE-2002-0972 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2002-0972?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Postgresql Postgresql.