Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Eterm of Enlightenment Imlib2 Product
CVE-2002-0143

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Key Information:

Vendor: Enlightenment
Status: Imlib; Eterm
Vendor: CVE Published:; 25 March 2002

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What is CVE-2002-0143?

A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in Eterm, part of the Enlightenment Imlib2 library, which can be exploited by local users. This issue arises when an excessively long HOME environment variable is used, potentially allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary code. Users running Eterm version 1.0.4 or earlier should take note of this risk, as it could lead to unauthorized access and manipulation of the system.

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3868

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http://online.securityfocus.com/archive/1/251597

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http://online.securityfocus.com/archive/1/250145

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Timeline

Vulnerability published
Mar 25, 2002
Vulnerability Reserved
Mar 15, 2002