CVE Catalog

CVE-2002-0002

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

A format string vulnerability exists in stunnel before version 3.22 when used in client mode for smtp, pop, or nntp, allowing remote malicious servers to execute arbitrary code.

Risk Assessment

An attacker could remotely take control of the system, posing a serious threat to the security of the organization's data and infrastructure.

Recommendation

It is recommended to upgrade stunnel to version 3.22 or later to mitigate this vulnerability.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Format string vulnerability in stunnel before 3.22 when used in client mode for (1) smtp, (2) pop, or (3) nntp allows remote malicious servers to execute arbitrary code.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS