CVE-2002-1472

UnknownEPSS 0.37%

Last modified

CVE-2002-1472 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Untrusted search path vulnerability in libX11.so in xfree86, when used in setuid or setgid programs, allows local users to gain root privileges via a modified LD_PRELOAD environment variable that points to a malicious module.. EPSS estimates a 0.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Untrusted search path vulnerability in libX11.so in xfree86, when used in setuid or setgid programs, allows local users to gain root privileges via a modified LD_PRELOAD environment variable that points to a malicious module.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.37%

28.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
Xfree86 ProjectX11r64.1.0
Xfree86 ProjectX11r64.2.0

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2002-1472?
Untrusted search path vulnerability in libX11.so in xfree86, when used in setuid or setgid programs, allows local users to gain root privileges via a modified LD_PRELOAD environment variable that points to a malicious module.
How severe is CVE-2002-1472?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-1472 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1472?
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.

Are you affected by CVE-2002-1472?

Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.

Scan your code now

Source: NVD / NIST