Vulnerability Description
The parse-get function in utils.c for apt-www-proxy 0.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via an empty HTTP request, which causes a null dereference.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apt-Www-Proxy | Apt-Www-Proxy | 0.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2002-12/0081.htmlExploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6339
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/10816
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2002-12/0081.htmlExploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6339
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/10816
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-2286?
CVE-2002-2286 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The parse-get function in utils.c for apt-www-proxy 0.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via an empty HTTP request, which causes a null dereference.
How severe is CVE-2002-2286?
CVE-2002-2286 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-2002-2286?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apt-Www-Proxy Apt-Www-Proxy.