CVE-2002-0983
UnknownEPSS 1.96%
Last modified
CVE-2002-0983 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IRC client irssi in irssi-text before 0.8.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via an IRC channel that has a long topic followed by a certain string, possibly triggering a buffer overflow.. EPSS estimates a 1.96% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IRC client irssi in irssi-text before 0.8.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via an IRC channel that has a long topic followed by a certain string, possibly triggering a buffer overflow.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Irssi | Irssi | 0.8.4 |
References
- http://www.debian.org/security/2002/dsa-157Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5055Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2002/dsa-157Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5055Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2002-0983?
IRC client irssi in irssi-text before 0.8.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via an IRC channel that has a long topic followed by a certain string, possibly triggering a buffer overflow.
How severe is CVE-2002-0983?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-0983 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.96% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0983?
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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