CVE-2002-0265

Name: CVE-2002-0265
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2002-05-29T04:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.79%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2002-0265 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Sawmill for Solaris 6.2.14 and earlier creates the AdminPassword file with world-writable permissions, which allows local users to gain privileges by modifying the file.. EPSS estimates a 0.79% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Sawmill for Solaris 6.2.14 and earlier creates the AdminPassword file with world-writable permissions, which allows local users to gain privileges by modifying the file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.79%

51.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Sawmill	Sawmill	6.2
Sawmill	Sawmill	6.2.1
Sawmill	Sawmill	6.2.2
Sawmill	Sawmill	6.2.3
Sawmill	Sawmill	6.2.4
Sawmill	Sawmill	6.2.5
Sawmill	Sawmill	6.2.6
Sawmill	Sawmill	6.2.7
Sawmill	Sawmill	6.2.8
Sawmill	Sawmill	6.2.8a
Sawmill	Sawmill	6.2.9
Sawmill	Sawmill	6.2.10
Sawmill	Sawmill	6.2.11
Sawmill	Sawmill	6.2.12
Sawmill	Sawmill	6.2.13
Sawmill	Sawmill	6.2.14

References

http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=101346206921270&w=2
http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/8173.phpPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.sawmill.net/version_history.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4077Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=101346206921270&w=2
http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/8173.phpPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.sawmill.net/version_history.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4077Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 29, 2002
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2002-0265?

Sawmill for Solaris 6.2.14 and earlier creates the AdminPassword file with world-writable permissions, which allows local users to gain privileges by modifying the file.

How severe is CVE-2002-0265?

Severity scoring for CVE-2002-0265 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.79% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0265?

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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Source: NVD / NIST