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CVE-2002-1940

5.0 · MEDIUM

LCC-Win32 3.2 compiler, when running on Windows 95, 98, or ME, writes portions of previously used memory after the import table, which could allow attackers to gain sensitive information.

Published Dec 31, 2002jacob_naviaEPSS 1.15%

Overview

CVE-2002-1940 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting jacob_navia lcc-win32. It was published on December 31, 2002 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

LCC-Win32 3.2 compiler, when running on Windows 95, 98, or ME, writes portions of previously used memory after the import table, which could allow attackers to gain sensitive information. NOTE: it has been reported that this problem is due to the OS and not the application.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from jacob_navia. Update lcc-win32 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-2002-1940?

CVE-2002-1940 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting jacob_navia lcc-win32. It was published on December 31, 2002 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2002-1940?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2002-1940?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from jacob_navia. Update lcc-win32 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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