CVE-2002-1223
UnknownEPSS 3.35%
Last modified
CVE-2002-1223 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in DSC 3.0 parser from GSview, as used in KGhostView in KDE 1.1 and KDE 3.0.3a, may allow attackers to cause a denial of service or execute arbitrary code via a modified .ps (PostScript) input file.. EPSS estimates a 3.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer overflow in DSC 3.0 parser from GSview, as used in KGhostView in KDE 1.1 and KDE 3.0.3a, may allow attackers to cause a denial of service or execute arbitrary code via a modified .ps (PostScript) input file.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Kde | Kde | 1.1 |
| Kde | Kde | 3.0.3a |
References
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/11319.phpVendor Advisory
- http://www.kde.org/info/security/advisory-20021008-1.txtPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2002-220.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/11319.phpVendor Advisory
- http://www.kde.org/info/security/advisory-20021008-1.txtPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2002-220.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2002-1223?
Buffer overflow in DSC 3.0 parser from GSview, as used in KGhostView in KDE 1.1 and KDE 3.0.3a, may allow attackers to cause a denial of service or execute arbitrary code via a modified .ps (PostScript) input file.
How severe is CVE-2002-1223?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-1223 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1223?
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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