CVE-2002-0427 Memory corruption in n/a
Buffer overflow in mod_frontpage allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code and gain root privileges.
- 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-2002-0427?
CVE-2002-0427 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 11 Jun 2002. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Buffer overflows in fpexec in mod_frontpage before 1.6.1 may allow attackers to gain root privileges.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2002-0427?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Christof Pohl Improved Mod Frontpage.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0427?
No fix has been published for CVE-2002-0427 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-2002-0427 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2002-0427 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-5mvj-v5cw-g5p9.