Vulnerability Description
filters/image-gif.c in Common Unix Printing System (CUPS) 1.1.14 through 1.1.17 does not properly check for zero-length GIF images, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via modified chunk headers, as demonstrated by nogif.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Easy Software Products | Cups | 1.0.4 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.2 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/vulnwatch/2002-q4/0117.html
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000702
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=104032149026670&w=2
- http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-232
- http://www.idefense.com/advisory/12.19.02.txtExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.mandrakesoft.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2003:001
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2003_002_cups.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2002-295.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6439
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/10911
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/vulnwatch/2002-q4/0117.html
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000702
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=104032149026670&w=2
- http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-232
- http://www.idefense.com/advisory/12.19.02.txtExploitVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-1371?
CVE-2002-1371 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). filters/image-gif.c in Common Unix Printing System (CUPS) 1.1.14 through 1.1.17 does not properly check for zero-length GIF images, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via modified...
How severe is CVE-2002-1371?
CVE-2002-1371 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-2002-1371?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Easy Software Products Cups, Apple Mac Os X.