Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in Microsoft PPTP Service on Windows XP and Windows 2000 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (hang) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a certain PPTP packet with malformed control data.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 2000 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows 2000 Terminal Services | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Xp | All versions |
References
- http://online.securityfocus.com/archive/1/293146Vendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10199.php
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5807
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2002/ms02-06
- http://online.securityfocus.com/archive/1/293146Vendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10199.php
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5807
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2002/ms02-06
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-1214?
CVE-2002-1214 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in Microsoft PPTP Service on Windows XP and Windows 2000 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (hang) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a certain PPTP packet with ...
How severe is CVE-2002-1214?
CVE-2002-1214 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-2002-1214?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows 2000 Terminal Services, Microsoft Windows Xp.