CVE-2002-1506
UnknownEPSS 1.61%
Last modified
CVE-2002-1506 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in Linuxconf before 1.28r4 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long LINUXCONF_LANG environment variable, which overflows an error string that is generated.. EPSS estimates a 1.61% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer overflow in Linuxconf before 1.28r4 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long LINUXCONF_LANG environment variable, which overflows an error string that is generated.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.1.6r10 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.1.7 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.1.8 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.1.9r1 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.1.9r2 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.2 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.2.1 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.2.1r1 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.2.1r2 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.2.1r3 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.2.1r4 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.2.1r5 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.2.1r6 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.2.1r7 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.2.1r8 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.2.2 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.2.3 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.2.3r1 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.2.3r2 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.2.4 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.2.4r2 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.2.4r4 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.2.4r5 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.2r1 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.2r2 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.27 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.27r3 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.27r4 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.27r5 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.28 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.28r1 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.28r2 |
| Jacques Gelinas | Linuxconf | 1.28r3 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2002-08/0304.htmlExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/9980.phpPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5585Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2002-08/0304.htmlExploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/9980.phpPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5585Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2002-1506?
Buffer overflow in Linuxconf before 1.28r4 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long LINUXCONF_LANG environment variable, which overflows an error string that is generated.
How severe is CVE-2002-1506?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-1506 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.61% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1506?
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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