CVE-2002-0231
UnknownEPSS 9.82%
Last modified
CVE-2002-0231 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in mIRC 5.91 and earlier allows a remote server to execute arbitrary code on the client via a long nickname.. EPSS estimates a 9.82% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer overflow in mIRC 5.91 and earlier allows a remote server to execute arbitrary code on the client via a long nickname.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 2.1a |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 2.3a |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 2.4 |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 2.4a |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 2.5a |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 2.7a |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 2.8c |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 3.1 |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 3.2 |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 3.3 |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 3.4 |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 3.5 |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 3.6 |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 3.7 |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 3.8 |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 3.9 |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 4.0 |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 4.1 |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 4.5 |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 4.6 |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 4.7 |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 5.0 |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 5.1 |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 5.3 |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 5.4 |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 5.5 |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 5.6 |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 5.7 |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 5.8 |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 5.9 |
| Khaled Mardam-Bey | Mirc | 5.91 |
References
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/8083.phpPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/8083.phpPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2002-0231?
Buffer overflow in mIRC 5.91 and earlier allows a remote server to execute arbitrary code on the client via a long nickname.
How severe is CVE-2002-0231?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-0231 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 9.82% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0231?
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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