CVE-2002-1594
UnknownEPSS 0.97%
Last modified
CVE-2002-1594 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in (1) grpck and (2) pwck, if installed setuid on a system as recommended in some AIX documentation, may allow local users to gain privileges via a long command line argument.. EPSS estimates a 0.97% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer overflow in (1) grpck and (2) pwck, if installed setuid on a system as recommended in some AIX documentation, may allow local users to gain privileges via a long command line argument.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Grpck | Grpck | All versions |
| Pwck | Pwck | All versions |
References
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/121891Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/877811Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/121891Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/877811Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2002-1594?
Buffer overflow in (1) grpck and (2) pwck, if installed setuid on a system as recommended in some AIX documentation, may allow local users to gain privileges via a long command line argument.
How severe is CVE-2002-1594?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-1594 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.97% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1594?
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-2002-1594?
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