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CVE-2002-0276: Buffer overflow in various decoders in Ettercap 0.6.3.1 and earlier, when running on networks with an MTU g...

Buffer overflow in various decoders in Ettercap 0.6.3.1 and earlier, when running on networks with an MTU greater than 2000, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via large packets.

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This is an old remote code execution flaw in Ettercap 0.6.3.1 and earlier. If the tool is running on a network with MTU above 2000, large packets can trigger buffer overflows in decoders. Business urgency is mainly for legacy security workstations or monitoring hosts still using obsolete Ettercap builds. Exposure is likely limited to systems still running Ettercap 0.6.3.1 or earlier, especially packet-analysis or security testing hosts on jumbo-frame networks. Normal business systems are not implicated by the provided affected data. Treat as targeted legacy exposure, not broad enterprise emergency. Prioritize if your security operations, labs, or legacy monitoring systems still use old Ettercap builds on jumbo-frame networks. Mitigation focus: Find and remove obsolete Ettercap 0.6.3.1 or earlier installations.; Upgrade to a currently supported Ettercap release after checking vendor guidance.; Avoid running vulnerable Ettercap on networks with MTU greater than 2000..

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