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CVE-2002-0424

UnknownEPSS 0.33%

Last modified

CVE-2002-0424 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. efingerd 1.61 and earlier, when configured without the -u option, executes .efingerd files as the efingerd user (typically "nobody"), which allows local users to gain privileges as the efingerd user by modifying their own .efingerd file and running finger.. EPSS estimates a 0.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

efingerd 1.61 and earlier, when configured without the -u option, executes .efingerd files as the efingerd user (typically "nobody"), which allows local users to gain privileges as the efingerd user by modifying their own .efingerd file and running finger.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.33%

24.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
EfingerdEfingerd1.3
EfingerdEfingerd1.6.1

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2002-0424?
efingerd 1.61 and earlier, when configured without the -u option, executes .efingerd files as the efingerd user (typically "nobody"), which allows local users to gain privileges as the efingerd user by modifying their own .efingerd file and running finger.
How severe is CVE-2002-0424?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-0424 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0424?
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