CVE Catalog

CVE-2002-0825

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Buffer overflow in the DNS SRV code for nss_ldap before nss_ldap-198 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code.

Risk Assessment

Attackers may exploit this vulnerability to disrupt service and potentially gain control over the system, posing a serious security threat to the organization.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update nss_ldap to version nss_ldap-198 or later to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Buffer overflow in the DNS SRV code for nss_ldap before nss_ldap-198 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code.

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