CVE-2002-0172
UnknownEPSS 0.36%
Last modified
CVE-2002-0172 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. /dev/ipfilter on SGI IRIX 6.5 is installed by /dev/MAKEDEV with insecure default permissions (644), which could allow a local user to cause a denial of service (traffic disruption).. EPSS estimates a 0.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
/dev/ipfilter on SGI IRIX 6.5 is installed by /dev/MAKEDEV with insecure default permissions (644), which could allow a local user to cause a denial of service (traffic disruption).
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 |
References
- ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/20020408-01-IPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/770891US Government Resource
- ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/20020408-01-IPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/770891US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2002-0172?
/dev/ipfilter on SGI IRIX 6.5 is installed by /dev/MAKEDEV with insecure default permissions (644), which could allow a local user to cause a denial of service (traffic disruption).
How severe is CVE-2002-0172?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-0172 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0172?
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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