Buffer Overflow in Nullsoft Shoutcast Server 1.8.3

CVE-2002-0199

What is CVE-2002-0199?

The Nullsoft Shoutcast Server 1.8.3 is affected by a buffer overflow vulnerability in the admin.cgi component. This flaw allows remote attackers to exploit the server by sending a specially crafted argument that includes an excessive number of backslashes. Such exploitation may result in a denial of service condition and potentially enable the execution of arbitrary code on the affected system. This vulnerability emphasizes the importance of validation and sanitization of user input to protect server integrity and maintain security.

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