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CVE-2002-0600

7.5 · HIGH

Heap overflow in the KTH Kerberos 4 FTP client 4-1.1.1 allows remote malicious servers to execute arbitrary code on the client via a long response to a passive (PASV) mode request.

Published Jun 18, 2002kthEPSS 2.45%

Overview

CVE-2002-0600 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting kth kth_kerberos. It was published on June 18, 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

Heap overflow in the KTH Kerberos 4 FTP client 4-1.1.1 allows remote malicious servers to execute arbitrary code on the client via a long response to a passive (PASV) mode request.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from kth. Update kth_kerberos 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.

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0600?

CVE-2002-0600 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting kth kth_kerberos. It was published on June 18, 2002 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2002-0600?

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-2002-0600?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from kth. Update kth_kerberos 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.

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