CVE Catalog

CVE-2002-0984

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The IRC script in Light 2.7.x before version 2.7.30p5 and 2.8.x before version 2.8pre10, running EPIC, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code if the user joins a channel whose topic includes EPIC4 code.

Risk Assessment

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code remotely, potentially leading to system compromise.

Recommendation

It is recommended to upgrade to the latest version of Light to mitigate this vulnerability and to monitor IRC channels for suspicious topics.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

The IRC script included in Light 2.7.x before 2.7.30p5, and 2.8.x before 2.8pre10, running EPIC allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code if the user joins a channel whose topic includes EPIC4 code.

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