Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in url_filename function for wget 1.8.1 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (segmentation fault) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a long URL.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Immunix | Immunix | 7 |
References
- ftp://ftp.sco.com/pub/security/OpenLinux/CSSA-2003-003.0.txt
- ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/20040202-01-U.asc
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000716
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=105474357016184&w=2
- http://www.debian.org/security/2002/dsa-209PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-372.html
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/10851
- ftp://ftp.sco.com/pub/security/OpenLinux/CSSA-2003-003.0.txt
- ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/20040202-01-U.asc
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000716
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=105474357016184&w=2
- http://www.debian.org/security/2002/dsa-209PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-372.html
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/10851
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-1565?
CVE-2002-1565 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in url_filename function for wget 1.8.1 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (segmentation fault) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a long URL.
How severe is CVE-2002-1565?
CVE-2002-1565 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-2002-1565?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Immunix Immunix.