CVE Catalog

CVE-2002-0180

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Webalizer 2.01-06 has a buffer overflow when configured to use reverse DNS lookups. This allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by connecting to the monitored web server from an IP address that resolves to a long hostname.

Risk Assessment

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to execute remote code, potentially leading to system compromise or data leakage.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update Webalizer to the latest version and disable reverse DNS lookups if they are not necessary.

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Original NVD description (English source)

Buffer overflow in Webalizer 2.01-06, when configured to use reverse DNS lookups, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by connecting to the monitored web server from an IP address that resolves to a long hostname.

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