CVE-2002-0512
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CVE-2002-0512 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. startkde in KDE for Caldera OpenLinux 2.3 through 3.1.1 sets the LD_LIBRARY_PATH environment variable to include the current working directory, which could allow local users to gain privileges of other users running startkde via Trojan horse libraries.. EPSS estimates a 0.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
startkde in KDE for Caldera OpenLinux 2.3 through 3.1.1 sets the LD_LIBRARY_PATH environment variable to include the current working directory, which could allow local users to gain privileges of other users running startkde via Trojan horse libraries.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Caldera | Openlinux Server | 3.1.1 |
| Caldera | Openlinux Workstation | 3.1.1 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4400Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4400Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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