Vulnerability Description
Multiple buffer overflows in Cyrus Sieve / libSieve 2.1.2 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) a long header name, (2) a long IMAP flag, or (3) a script that generates a large number of errors that overflow the resulting error string.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cyrus | Libsieve | <= 2.1.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2002-12/0019.htmlExploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6294
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6299
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6300
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/10743
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/10779
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/10780
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2002-12/0019.htmlExploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6294
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6299
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6300
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/10743
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/10779
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/10780
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-2253?
CVE-2002-2253 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). Multiple buffer overflows in Cyrus Sieve / libSieve 2.1.2 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) a long header name, (2) a long IMAP flag, or (3) a script that generates ...
How severe is CVE-2002-2253?
CVE-2002-2253 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2002-2253?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Cyrus Libsieve.