CVE-2002-0060

Name: CVE-2002-0060
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2002-03-08T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 4.89%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2002-0060 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IRC connection tracking helper module in the netfilter subsystem for Linux 2.4.18-pre9 and earlier does not properly set the mask for conntrack expectations for incoming DCC connections, which could allow remote attackers to bypass intended firewall restrictions.. EPSS estimates a 4.89% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IRC connection tracking helper module in the netfilter subsystem for Linux 2.4.18-pre9 and earlier does not properly set the mask for conntrack expectations for incoming DCC connections, which could allow remote attackers to bypass intended firewall restrictions.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

4.89%

91.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Linux	Linux Kernel	<= 2.4.18	Pre9

References

Timeline

Published: Mar 8, 2002
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2002-0060?

How severe is CVE-2002-0060?

Severity scoring for CVE-2002-0060 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.89% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0060?

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Source: NVD / NIST