CVE-2002-1178
UnknownEPSS 9.46%
Last modified
CVE-2002-1178 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Directory traversal vulnerability in the CGIServlet for Jetty HTTP server before 4.1.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via ..\ (dot-dot backslash) sequences in an HTTP request to the cgi-bin directory.. EPSS estimates a 9.46% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in the CGIServlet for Jetty HTTP server before 4.1.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via ..\ (dot-dot backslash) sequences in an HTTP request to the cgi-bin directory.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Jetty | Jetty Http Server | <= 4.1.0 |
References
- http://groups.yahoo.com/group/jetty-announce/message/45Vendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10246.phpVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5852Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://groups.yahoo.com/group/jetty-announce/message/45Vendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10246.phpVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5852Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2002-1178?
Directory traversal vulnerability in the CGIServlet for Jetty HTTP server before 4.1.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via ..\ (dot-dot backslash) sequences in an HTTP request to the cgi-bin directory.
How severe is CVE-2002-1178?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-1178 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 9.46% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1178?
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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