CVE-2002-0251

CVE-2002-0251 describes a buffer overflow vulnerability in licq versions 1.0.4 and earlier. This flaw allows remote attackers to trigger a denial of service by sending a long string of format string characters, with the potential for arbitrary code execution. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 7.5, indicating high severity due to its network-based attack vector, low complexity, and potential for partial confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact. While the EPSS score is low, suggesting limited current threat, there is no evidence of active exploitation, publicly available exploit code, or significant community discussion surrounding this older vulnerability.