CVE-2002-1046

Name: CVE-2002-1046
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2002-10-04T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.74%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2002-1046 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Dynamic VPN Configuration Protocol service (DVCP) in Watchguard Firebox firmware 5.x.x allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a malformed packet containing tab characters to TCP port 4110.. EPSS estimates a 1.74% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Dynamic VPN Configuration Protocol service (DVCP) in Watchguard Firebox firmware 5.x.x allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a malformed packet containing tab characters to TCP port 4110.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.74%

74.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Watchguard	Firebox	5.0
Watchguard	Soho Firewall	5.0.28
Watchguard	Soho Firewall	5.0.29
Watchguard	Soho Firewall	5.0.31
Watchguard	Soho Firewall	5.0.35
Watchguard	Soho Firewall	5.0.35a

References

http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/vulnwatch/2002-q3/0012.html
http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/9509.phpPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5186Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/vulnwatch/2002-q3/0012.html
http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/9509.phpPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5186Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 4, 2002
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2002-1046?

How severe is CVE-2002-1046?

Severity scoring for CVE-2002-1046 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.74% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2002-1046?

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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Source: NVD / NIST