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CVE-2002-0180

7.5 · HIGH

Buffer overflow in Webalizer 2.01-06, when configured to use reverse DNS lookups, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by connecting to the monitored web server from an IP address that…

Published Apr 22, 2002bradford_barrettEPSS 4.42%

Overview

CVE-2002-0180 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting bradford_barrett webalizer. It was published on April 22, 2002 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Buffer overflow in Webalizer 2.01-06, when configured to use reverse DNS lookups, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by connecting to the monitored web server from an IP address that resolves to a long hostname.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from bradford_barrett. Update webalizer to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0180?

CVE-2002-0180 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting bradford_barrett webalizer. It was published on April 22, 2002 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2002-0180?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2002-0180?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from bradford_barrett. Update webalizer to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2002-0180?

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