Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in munpack in mpack 1.5 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| John G. Myers | Mpack | <= 1.5 |
References
- http://www.debian.org/security/2002/dsa-141PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/9747.phpExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5385PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2002/dsa-141PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/9747.phpExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5385PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-1424?
CVE-2002-1424 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Buffer overflow in munpack in mpack 1.5 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code.
How severe is CVE-2002-1424?
CVE-2002-1424 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-2002-1424?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: John G. Myers Mpack.