Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in VMware GSX Server by VMware
CVE-2002-0814

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor
Vmware
Status
Gsx Server
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 August 2002

Summary

A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the VMware Authorization Service affecting VMware GSX Server 2.0.0 build-2050. This security flaw allows remote authenticated users to send specially crafted requests with overly long GLOBAL arguments, enabling them to execute arbitrary code on the system. Users should consult the VMware security advisory for mitigation strategies and recommendations to safeguard their systems.

References

http://www.vmware.com/download/gsx_security.html
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http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/9663.php
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http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/ntbugtraq/2002-q3/...
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EPSS Score

8% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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