CVE-2002-2257: Stack-based buffer overflow in the parse_field function in cgi_lib.c for LIBCGI 1.0.2 and 1.0.3 allows remo...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an old memory-safety flaw in LIBCGI 1.0.2 and 1.0.3. A remote user could send an overly long argument to a CGI application using the vulnerable parser and potentially run code on the server. Exposure is mainly a legacy-technology concern, not a broad modern platform issue. Likely exposure is limited to legacy CGI applications built with LIBCGI 1.0.2 or 1.0.3, especially internet-facing endpoints. The provided affected-product metadata is incomplete, so organizations need local inventory rather than relying on CPE matching alone. Prioritize if any public-facing CGI service still depends on LIBCGI 1.0.2 or 1.0.3. Otherwise, handle through legacy-system reduction and vulnerability inventory cleanup. The business risk is server compromise where the obsolete component is still reachable. Mitigation focus: Inventory CGI applications for LIBCGI 1.0.2 or 1.0.3 usage.; Check vendor, distro, or upstream guidance for available fixes.; Retire or replace applications depending on unmaintained vulnerable LIBCGI versions..

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Jun 29, 2026, 02:29 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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