CVE-2002-0398

Red-M 1050 (Bluetooth Access Point) PPP server allows bonded users to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via a long user name

published September 1, 2004

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
3%
Percentile
87.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

๐Ÿšจ A surprisingly long username can bring a Bluetooth Access Point to its knees! ๐Ÿ”ฅ Think of it like a crowded restaurant where one customer orders an impossibly detailed meal โ€” it ties up all the kitchen staff and makes it impossible for anyone else to get served. This vulnerability in the Red-M 1050's PPP server could lead to a denial of service, leaving legitimate users unable to connect. In the worst-case scenario, it opens a door for arbitrary code execution, making it a potential playground for attackers looking to wreak havoc.

Put simply

Think of it like a crowded restaurant where one customer orders an impossibly detailed meal โ€” it ties up all the kitchen staff and makes it impossible for anyone else to get served. By allowing bonded users to input excessively long usernames, the Red-M 1050 PPP server can be overwhelmed, leading to service disruptions and allowing for the execution of malicious code.

What to do

This vulnerability in the Red-M 1050's PPP server could lead to a denial of service, leaving legitimate users unable to connect. In the worst-case scenario, it opens a door for arbitrary code execution, making it a potential playground for attackers looking to wreak havoc. To safeguard against this, monitor and limit username lengths on the PPP server, and consider implementing user input validation to catch excessively lengthy entries. It's also a good idea to stay updated with any vendor patches related to this issue. You've got this! With these steps, you can fortify your defenses and keep your Bluetooth connections secure. ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03163 ยท 87.8th percentile
Published
2004-09-01T04:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 01 SEP 04:00Z
    Red-M 1050 (Bluetooth Access Point) PPP server allows bonded users to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via a long user name
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