CVE-2002-1764

UnknownEPSS 0.92%

Last modified

CVE-2002-1764 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. acroread in Adobe Acrobat Reader 4.05 on Linux allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files.. EPSS estimates a 0.92% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

acroread in Adobe Acrobat Reader 4.05 on Linux allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.92%

55.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
AdobeAcrobat Reader4.0.5

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2002-1764?
acroread in Adobe Acrobat Reader 4.05 on Linux allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files.
How severe is CVE-2002-1764?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-1764 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.92% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1764?
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