CVE-2002-1616
UnknownEPSS 3.90%
Last modified
CVE-2002-1616 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Multiple buffer overflows in HP Tru64 UNIX 5.1a, 5.1, 5.0a, 4.0g, and 4.0f allow local users to gain root privileges via (1) su, (2) chsh, (3) passwd, (4) chfn, (5) dxchpwd, and (6) libc.. EPSS estimates a 3.90% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Multiple buffer overflows in HP Tru64 UNIX 5.1a, 5.1, 5.0a, 4.0g, and 4.0f allow local users to gain root privileges via (1) su, (2) chsh, (3) passwd, (4) chfn, (5) dxchpwd, and (6) libc.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Hp | Tru64 | 4.0f |
| Hp | Tru64 | 4.0g |
| Hp | Tru64 | 5.0a |
| Hp | Tru64 | 5.1 |
| Hp | Tru64 | 5.1af |
References
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/137555Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/177067Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/193347Patch, US Government Resource
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/671627Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/864083US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/290115Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5379Vendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/137555Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/177067Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/193347Patch, US Government Resource
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/671627Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/864083US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/290115Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5379Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2002-1616?
Multiple buffer overflows in HP Tru64 UNIX 5.1a, 5.1, 5.0a, 4.0g, and 4.0f allow local users to gain root privileges via (1) su, (2) chsh, (3) passwd, (4) chfn, (5) dxchpwd, and (6) libc.
How severe is CVE-2002-1616?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-1616 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.90% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1616?
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-2002-1616?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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