CVE Catalog

CVE-2002-0204

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

A buffer overflow in GNU Chess (gnuchess) version 5.02 and earlier may occur when the application is used in a manner inconsistent with its design as a single-user application. This may allow local or remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long command.

Risk Assessment

The buffer overflow poses a serious security risk, allowing attackers to remotely execute code, potentially leading to system compromise.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update GNU Chess to the latest version and avoid using it in networked mode to minimize risk.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Buffer overflow in GNU Chess (gnuchess) 5.02 and earlier, if modified or used in a networked capacity contrary to its own design as a single-user application, may allow local or remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long command.

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