CVE-2002-2097

Name: CVE-2002-2097
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2002-12-31T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.62%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2002-2097 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The compression code in MaraDNS before 0.9.01 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via crafted DNS packets.. EPSS estimates a 1.62% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The compression code in MaraDNS before 0.9.01 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via crafted DNS packets.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.62%

73.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Maradns	Maradns	0.5.28
Maradns	Maradns	0.5.29
Maradns	Maradns	0.5.30
Maradns	Maradns	0.8.99
Maradns	Maradns	0.9.00

References

http://securitytracker.com/id?1003252Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3852Patch
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7972
http://securitytracker.com/id?1003252Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3852Patch
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7972

Timeline

Published: Dec 31, 2002
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2002-2097?

The compression code in MaraDNS before 0.9.01 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via crafted DNS packets.

How severe is CVE-2002-2097?

Severity scoring for CVE-2002-2097 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.62% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2002-2097?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2002-2097?

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Source: NVD / NIST