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CVE-2002-0313

7.5 · HIGH

Buffer overflow in Essentia Web Server 2.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service, and possibly execute arbitrary code, via a long URL.

Published Jun 25, 2002essenEPSS 9.77%

Overview

CVE-2002-0313 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting essen essentia_web_server. It was published on June 25, 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 Essentia Web Server 2.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service, and possibly execute arbitrary code, via a long URL.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from essen. Update essentia_web_server 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-2002-0313?

CVE-2002-0313 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting essen essentia_web_server. It was published on June 25, 2002 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2002-0313?

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-2002-0313?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from essen. Update essentia_web_server 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-2002-0313?

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