CVE-2002-1358

Multiple SSH2 servers and clients do not properly handle lists with empty elements or strings, which may allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service or…

published December 17, 2002

CVSS
—
EPSS
6%
Percentile
93.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky flaw in SSH2 servers and clients allows attackers to meddle with empty elements, potentially leading to a denial of service! Think of it like a restaurant that takes orders without checking for empty plates. If a server gets too many empty checks, it can cause chaos in the kitchen! 🍽️ This vulnerability could either bring your SSH operations to a grinding halt or, in an even hair-raising scenario, lead to unauthorized code execution. That’s like allowing the wrong chef to work their magic in your kitchen — a recipe for disaster!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that takes orders without checking for empty plates. If a server gets too many empty checks, it can cause chaos in the kitchen! 🍽️ The vulnerability arises because multiple SSH2 servers and clients fail to handle lists with empty elements or strings properly, which an attacker can exploit to disrupt services or execute arbitrary code.

What to do

This vulnerability could either bring your SSH operations to a grinding halt or, in an even hair-raising scenario, lead to unauthorized code execution. That’s like allowing the wrong chef to work their magic in your kitchen — a recipe for disaster! To protect your environment, ensure that you're using updated versions of your SSH servers and clients that handle this issue properly. Regularly audit your SSH configurations and monitor for unusual activity. 🛡️ You've got this! With a few updates and some vigilance, you can solidify your defenses! 💪

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.05838 · 93.1th percentile
Published
2002-12-17T05:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 17 DEC 05:00Z
    Multiple SSH2 servers and clients do not properly handle lists with empty elements or strings, which may allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service or…
    cvelistv5