Vulnerability Description
The POP3 proxy service (POPROXY.EXE) in Norton AntiVirus 2001 allows local users to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption and crash) via a long username with multiple /localhost entries.
CVSS Score
7.8
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Symantec | Norton Antivirus | 2001 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2002-09/0240.html
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10085.php
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/291358
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5692
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2002-09/0240.html
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10085.php
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/291358
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5692
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-2206?
CVE-2002-2206 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). The POP3 proxy service (POPROXY.EXE) in Norton AntiVirus 2001 allows local users to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption and crash) via a long username with multiple /localhost entries.
How severe is CVE-2002-2206?
CVE-2002-2206 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2002-2206?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Symantec Norton Antivirus.