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CVE-2002-1377

UnknownEPSS 0.47%

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CVE-2002-1377 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. vim 6.0 and 6.1, and possibly other versions, allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands using the libcall feature in modelines, which are not sandboxed but may be executed when vim is used to edit a malicious file, as demonstrated using mutt.. EPSS estimates a 0.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

vim 6.0 and 6.1, and possibly other versions, allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands using the libcall feature in modelines, which are not sandboxed but may be executed when vim is used to edit a malicious file, as demonstrated using mutt.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.47%

37.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
Vim Development GroupVim5.0
Vim Development GroupVim5.1
Vim Development GroupVim5.2
Vim Development GroupVim5.3
Vim Development GroupVim5.4
Vim Development GroupVim5.5
Vim Development GroupVim5.6
Vim Development GroupVim5.7
Vim Development GroupVim5.8
Vim Development GroupVim6.0
Vim Development GroupVim6.1

References

Timeline

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Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2002-1377?
vim 6.0 and 6.1, and possibly other versions, allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands using the libcall feature in modelines, which are not sandboxed but may be executed when vim is used to edit a malicious file, as demonstrated using mutt.
How severe is CVE-2002-1377?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-1377 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.47% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1377?
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