CVE-2002-1791
UnknownEPSS 0.33%
Last modified
CVE-2002-1791 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. SGI IRIX 6.5 through 6.5.17 creates temporary desktop files with world-writable permissions, which allows local users to overwrite or corrupt those files.. EPSS estimates a 0.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
SGI IRIX 6.5 through 6.5.17 creates temporary desktop files with world-writable permissions, which allows local users to overwrite or corrupt those files.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.1 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.2 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.3 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.4 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.5 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.6 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.7 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.8 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.9 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.10 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.11 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.12 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.13 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.13m |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.14 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.14m |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.15 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.15m |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.16 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.16m |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.17 |
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5.17m |
References
- ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/20020903-02-PPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/n-004.shtmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/20020903-02-PPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/n-004.shtmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2002-1791?
SGI IRIX 6.5 through 6.5.17 creates temporary desktop files with world-writable permissions, which allows local users to overwrite or corrupt those files.
How severe is CVE-2002-1791?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-1791 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1791?
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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