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CVE-2002-1889: Off-by-one buffer overflow in the context_action function in context.c of Logsurfer 1.41 through 1.5a allow...

Off-by-one buffer overflow in the context_action function in context.c of Logsurfer 1.41 through 1.5a allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a malformed log entry.

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This CVE affects Logsurfer, a log monitoring tool. A malformed log entry can trigger an off-by-one buffer overflow and crash the process. The documented impact is denial of service, not data theft or code execution. Evidence is old and sparse, so exposure depends on whether legacy Logsurfer 1.41 through 1.5a is still deployed. Most modern environments are unlikely to run this legacy tool, but older Unix/Linux monitoring stacks may still include it. Risk is higher where Logsurfer consumes logs influenced by remote users, network services, or untrusted applications. Treat this as a legacy exposure cleanup item unless the tool processes critical operational logs or untrusted remote input. The business risk is monitoring disruption from process crashes, with incomplete evidence for broader compromise. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for Logsurfer installations and deployed versions.; Prioritize removal, replacement, or upgrade of Logsurfer 1.41 through 1.5a.; Check maintainer or distribution guidance for fixed packages or recommended mitigations..

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