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CVE-2002-1672

UnknownEPSS 0.36%

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CVE-2002-1672 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Webmin 0.92, when installed from an RPM, creates /var/webmin with insecure permissions (world readable), which could allow local users to read the root user's cookie-based authentication credentials and possibly hijack the root user's session using the credentials.. EPSS estimates a 0.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Webmin 0.92, when installed from an RPM, creates /var/webmin with insecure permissions (world readable), which could allow local users to read the root user's cookie-based authentication credentials and possibly hijack the root user's session using the credentials.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.36%

28.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
WebminWebmin0.92
WebminWebmin0.92.1

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2002-1672?
Webmin 0.92, when installed from an RPM, creates /var/webmin with insecure permissions (world readable), which could allow local users to read the root user's cookie-based authentication credentials and possibly hijack the root user's session using the credentials.
How severe is CVE-2002-1672?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-1672 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1672?
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