CVE-2002-0040
UnknownEPSS 0.33%
Last modified
CVE-2002-0040 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Vulnerability in SGI IRIX 6.5.11 through 6.5.15f allows local users to cause privileged applications to dump core via the HOSTALIASES environment variable, which might allow the users to gain privileges.. EPSS estimates a 0.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Vulnerability in SGI IRIX 6.5.11 through 6.5.15f allows local users to cause privileged applications to dump core via the HOSTALIASES environment variable, which might allow the users to gain privileges.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.1 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.2 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.3 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.4 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.5 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.6 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.7 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.8 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.9 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.10 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.11f |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.11m |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.12f |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.12m |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.13f |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.13m |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.14f |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.14m |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.15f |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.15m |
References
- ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/20020306-01-PPatch, Vendor Advisory
- ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/20020306-01-PPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2002-0040?
Vulnerability in SGI IRIX 6.5.11 through 6.5.15f allows local users to cause privileged applications to dump core via the HOSTALIASES environment variable, which might allow the users to gain privileges.
How severe is CVE-2002-0040?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-0040 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0040?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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