CVE-2002-0060

Published Mar 8, 2002 linux

Overview

CVE-2002-0060 is a known-severity vulnerability affecting linux linux_kernel. It was published on March 8, 2002.

Technical Description

IRC connection tracking helper module in the netfilter subsystem for Linux 2.4.18-pre9 and earlier does not properly set the mask for conntrack expectations for incoming DCC connections, which could allow remote attackers to bypass intended firewall restrictions.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from linux. Update linux_kernel to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions	Status
linux	linux_kernel	0	Affected

References

Ref frontal2.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2002:041 Ref marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=101483396412051&w=2 Ref marc.info/?l=vuln-dev&m=101486352429653&w=2 Ref www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/230307 Ref www.netfilter.org/security/2002-02-25-irc-dcc-mask.html Ref www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2002-028.html Ref www.securityfocus.com/bid/4188 Ref www1.itrc.hp.com/service/cki/docDisplay.do?docId=HPSBUX0203-027 Ref exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/8302 Ref frontal2.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2002:041

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2002-0060?

CVE-2002-0060 is a known-severity vulnerability affecting linux linux_kernel. It was published on March 8, 2002.

How severe is CVE-2002-0060?

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