Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflows in Computer Associates MLink (CA-MLink) 6.5 and earlier may allow local users to execute arbitrary code via long command line arguments to (1) mlclear or (2) mllock.
CVSS Score
4.6
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Broadcom | Mlink | 6.5 |
References
- ftp://ftp.ca.com/pub/unicenter/mlink/mlink.13/MLINK13.READMEPatch
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/544995US Government Resource
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/772915US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/266052Patch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4440Patch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4441Patch
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/8776
- ftp://ftp.ca.com/pub/unicenter/mlink/mlink.13/MLINK13.READMEPatch
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/544995US Government Resource
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/772915US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/266052Patch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4440Patch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4441Patch
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/8776
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-1598?
CVE-2002-1598 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). Buffer overflows in Computer Associates MLink (CA-MLink) 6.5 and earlier may allow local users to execute arbitrary code via long command line arguments to (1) mlclear or (2) mllock.
How severe is CVE-2002-1598?
CVE-2002-1598 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2002-1598?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Broadcom Mlink.