Buffer Overflow in Netwin WebNews CGI Program Allows Remote Code Execution
CVE-2002-0290

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor

Netwin

Status
Webnews
Vendor
CVE Published:
31 May 2002

What is CVE-2002-0290?

A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the Netwin WebNews CGI program version 1.1, specifically in the Webnews.exe executable. This flaw permits remote attackers to potentially execute arbitrary code by supplying a long group argument. By exploiting this weakness, attackers may gain unauthorized control over affected systems, posing significant risks to data and network integrity.

References

http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=101413521417638&w=2
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ftp://netwinsite.com/pub/webnews/beta/webnews11m_solaris....
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http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/8220.php
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Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2002-0290 : Buffer Overflow in Netwin WebNews CGI Program Allows Remote Code Execution