CVE-2002-0552
Melange Chat server 2.02 - Buffer Overflow via Long Argument or Configuration Line
Title source: llmExploitation Summary
EIP tracks 1 public exploit for CVE-2002-0552. PoCs published by DVDMAN.
AI-analyzed exploit summary This exploit targets a buffer overflow vulnerability in Melange Chat System by sending an overly large '/yell' command. It establishes a TCP connection to the target and sends a crafted payload to trigger a denial-of-service (DoS) condition.
Description
Multiple buffer overflows in Melange Chat server 2.02 allow remote or local attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via (1) a long argument in the /yell command, (2) long lines in the /etc/melange.conf configuration file, (3) long file names, or possibly other attacks.
Exploits (1)
This exploit targets a buffer overflow vulnerability in Melange Chat System by sending an overly large '/yell' command. It establishes a TCP connection to the target and sends a crafted payload to trigger a denial-of-service (DoS) condition.