Vulnerability Description
Memory leak in ypdb_open in yp_db.c for ypserv before 2.5 in the NIS package 3.9 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via a large number of requests for a map that does not exist.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | Debian Linux | 2.2 |
| Hp | Secure Os | 1.0 |
| Redhat | Linux | 6.2 |
References
- ftp://ftp.caldera.com/pub/security/OpenLinux/CSSA-2002-054.0.txt
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000539
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=103582692228894&w=2
- http://online.securityfocus.com/advisories/4605
- http://www.debian.org/security/2002/dsa-180PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10423.phpVendor Advisory
- http://www.linux-mandrake.com/en/security/2002/MDKSA-2002-078.php
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2002-223.htmlPatch
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2002-224.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-229.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6016PatchVendor Advisory
- ftp://ftp.caldera.com/pub/security/OpenLinux/CSSA-2002-054.0.txt
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000539
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=103582692228894&w=2
- http://online.securityfocus.com/advisories/4605
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-1232?
CVE-2002-1232 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Memory leak in ypdb_open in yp_db.c for ypserv before 2.5 in the NIS package 3.9 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via a large number of requests fo...
How severe is CVE-2002-1232?
CVE-2002-1232 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2002-1232?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Debian Debian Linux, Hp Secure Os, Redhat Linux.