CVE Catalog

CVE-2002-1222

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Buffer overflow in the embedded HTTP server for Cisco Catalyst switches running CatOS 5.4 through 7.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (reset) via a long HTTP request.

Risk Assessment

Attackers can remotely reset the switch, leading to a disruption in network service availability.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the software to the latest version to mitigate this vulnerability.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Buffer overflow in the embedded HTTP server for Cisco Catalyst switches running CatOS 5.4 through 7.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (reset) via a long HTTP request.

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