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CVE-2002-1849

UnknownEPSS 2.54%

Last modified

CVE-2002-1849 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. ParaChat Server 4.0 does not log users off if the browser's back button is used, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service by repeatedly logging into a chat room, hitting the back button, then logging into the same chat room as a different user, which fills the chat room with invalid users.. EPSS estimates a 2.54% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

ParaChat Server 4.0 does not log users off if the browser's back button is used, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service by repeatedly logging into a chat room, hitting the back button, then logging into the same chat room as a different user, which fills the chat room with invalid users.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.54%

83.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
ParachatParachat Server4.0

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2002-1849?
ParaChat Server 4.0 does not log users off if the browser's back button is used, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service by repeatedly logging into a chat room, hitting the back button, then logging into the same chat room as a different user, which fills the chat room with invalid users.
How severe is CVE-2002-1849?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-1849 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.54% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1849?
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