CVE-2002-1046: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2002-1046: Dynamic VPN Configuration Protocol service (DVCP) in Watchguard Firebox firmware 5.x.x allows remote attack...

Dynamic VPN Configuration Protocol service (DVCP) in Watchguard Firebox firmware 5.x.x allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a malformed packet containing tab characters to TCP port 4110.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 03:12 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This CVE describes a crash condition in WatchGuard Firebox firmware 5.x.x. A malformed packet sent to the Dynamic VPN Configuration Protocol service on TCP port 4110 could cause denial of service. The main business risk is availability loss on legacy firewall infrastructure, not data theft based on the provided sources. Exposure is likely limited to legacy WatchGuard Firebox 5.x.x systems where DVCP is enabled and TCP/4110 is reachable from untrusted networks. Current exposure cannot be inferred from the sources. Treat this as a legacy infrastructure availability risk. It is not backed by active exploitation evidence in the bundle, but exposed obsolete firewalls can create avoidable outage risk and should be isolated or retired. Mitigation focus: Identify any WatchGuard Firebox firmware 5.x.x assets still in service.; Check WatchGuard historical guidance for fixed firmware or supported replacement paths.; Restrict TCP/4110 exposure to trusted management or VPN peers only..

Prepared: Jun 30, 2026, 11:55 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Apr 2, 2003, 05:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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