CVE-2002-0332 describes multiple buffer overflow vulnerabilities in xtell (xtelld) versions 1.91.1 and earlier, and 2.x before 2.7. These flaws allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by supplying overly long DNS hostnames, AUTH strings, or specific data within an xtell request. With a CVSS score of 7.5, this vulnerability is considered highly severe due to its network-based attack vector, low attack complexity, and potential for complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While not listed in CISA's KEV catalog, an ExploitDB entry (EDB-21309) confirms the existence of exploit code, and the vulnerability has garnered significant community discussion, indicating awareness and potential for exploitation.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
1.91.1CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:xtell:xtell:1.91.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
2.6.1CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:xtell:xtell:2.6.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
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