CVE-2002-0079
UnknownEPSS 77.34%
Last modified
CVE-2002-0079 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in the chunked encoding transfer mechanism in Internet Information Server (IIS) 4.0 and 5.0 Active Server Pages allows attackers to cause a denial of service or execute arbitrary code.. EPSS estimates a 77.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer overflow in the chunked encoding transfer mechanism in Internet Information Server (IIS) 4.0 and 5.0 Active Server Pages allows attackers to cause a denial of service or execute arbitrary code.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Information Server | 4.0 |
| Microsoft | Internet Information Services | 5.0 |
References
- http://www.cert.org/advisories/CA-2002-09.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/610291US Government Resource
- http://www.cert.org/advisories/CA-2002-09.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/610291US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2002-0079?
Buffer overflow in the chunked encoding transfer mechanism in Internet Information Server (IIS) 4.0 and 5.0 Active Server Pages allows attackers to cause a denial of service or execute arbitrary code.
How severe is CVE-2002-0079?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-0079 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 77.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0079?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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