CVE-2002-1317: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2002-1317: Buffer overflow in Dispatch() routine for XFS font server (fs.auto) on Solaris 2.5.1 through 9 allows remot...

Buffer overflow in Dispatch() routine for XFS font server (fs.auto) on Solaris 2.5.1 through 9 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or execute arbitrary code via a certain XFS query.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 03:19 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2002-1317 is a legacy Solaris font server flaw that can let a remote attacker crash the service or potentially run code. The business risk is highest where old Solaris 2.5.1 through 9 systems still expose the XFS font server to networks. Exposure is most plausible on legacy Solaris 2.5.1 through 9 hosts that run fs.auto or XFS font server services and accept remote queries. Modern environments are unlikely affected unless old Solaris systems remain in production, labs, or management networks. Prioritize this for any remaining legacy Solaris estate, especially internet-facing or broadly reachable hosts. If no Solaris 2.5.1 through 9 systems remain, business urgency is low after validation. Mitigation focus: Inventory Solaris 2.5.1 through 9 systems and determine whether fs.auto or XFS is enabled.; Check Sun or successor vendor guidance for the relevant patches or supported remediation.; Disable the XFS font server where business functions do not require it..

Prepared: Jun 30, 2026, 03:39 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Sep 1, 2004, 04:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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oval:org.mitre.oval:def:149CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
oval:org.mitre.oval:def:152CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
oval:org.mitre.oval:def:2816CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature

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