CVE-2002-0290 Memory corruption in n/a

High 7.5 Published 2 Apr 2003 Updated 8 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via a buffer overflow in the WebNews CGI program's group argument handling.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2002-0290?

CVE-2002-0290 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 2 Apr 2003. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Buffer overflow in Netwin WebNews CGI program 1.1, Webnews.exe, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long group argument.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2002-0290?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Netwin Webnews.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0290?

No fix has been published for CVE-2002-0290 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2002-0290 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2002-0290 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-6cxp-xf9p-m43x.