CVE-2002-0510

Description

The UDP implementation in Linux 2.4.x kernels keeps the IP Identification field at 0 for all non-fragmented packets, which could allow remote attackers to determine that a target system is running Linux.

5.0

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 1.04% Top 25%

Vendor Advisory iss.net Vendor Advisory securityfocus.com Vendor Advisory securityfocus.com

Affected: n/a n/a

References

Link	Tags
http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/8588.php	vdb entry vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4314	vdb entry vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/262840	vendor advisory mailing list

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2002-0510?: CVE-2002-0510 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2002-0510?: To fix CVE-2002-0510, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2002-0510 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2002-0510 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.

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