CVE-2002-1272
UnknownEPSS 5.28%
Last modified
CVE-2002-1272 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Alcatel OmniSwitch 7700/7800 switches running AOS 5.1.1 contains a back door telnet server that was intended for development but not removed before distribution, which allows remote attackers to gain administrative privileges.. EPSS estimates a 5.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Alcatel OmniSwitch 7700/7800 switches running AOS 5.1.1 contains a back door telnet server that was intended for development but not removed before distribution, which allows remote attackers to gain administrative privileges.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Alcatel | Aos | 5.1.1 |
References
- http://www.cert.org/advisories/CA-2002-32.htmlPatch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/181721Patch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.cert.org/advisories/CA-2002-32.htmlPatch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/181721Patch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2002-1272?
Alcatel OmniSwitch 7700/7800 switches running AOS 5.1.1 contains a back door telnet server that was intended for development but not removed before distribution, which allows remote attackers to gain administrative privileges.
How severe is CVE-2002-1272?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-1272 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.28% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1272?
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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