CVE-2002-1550

Name: CVE-2002-1550
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2003-03-31T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.31%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2002-1550 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. dump_smutil.sh in IBM AIX allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files.. EPSS estimates a 0.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

dump_smutil.sh in IBM AIX allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.31%

22.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Aix	All versions

References

Timeline

Published: Mar 31, 2003
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2002-1550?

dump_smutil.sh in IBM AIX allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files.

How severe is CVE-2002-1550?

Severity scoring for CVE-2002-1550 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2002-1550?

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-2002-1550?

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Source: NVD / NIST