CVE-2002-0593
UnknownEPSS 3.52%
Last modified
CVE-2002-0593 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in Netscape 6 and Mozilla 1.0 RC1 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a long channel name in an IRC URI.. EPSS estimates a 3.52% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer overflow in Netscape 6 and Mozilla 1.0 RC1 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a long channel name in an IRC URI.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Mozilla | 0.9.9 | — |
| Mozilla | Mozilla | 1.0 | Rc1 |
| Netscape | Communicator | 6.1 | — |
| Netscape | Navigator | 6.0 | — |
| Netscape | Navigator | 6.01 | — |
References
- http://online.securityfocus.com/archive/1/270249Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4637Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://online.securityfocus.com/archive/1/270249Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4637Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2002-0593?
Buffer overflow in Netscape 6 and Mozilla 1.0 RC1 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a long channel name in an IRC URI.
How severe is CVE-2002-0593?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-0593 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.52% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0593?
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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