CVE-2002-2088

Name: CVE-2002-2088
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2002-12-31T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.44%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2002-2088 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The MOSIX Project clump/os 5.4 creates a default VNC account without a password, which allows remote attackers to gain root access.. EPSS estimates a 2.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The MOSIX Project clump/os 5.4 creates a default VNC account without a password, which allows remote attackers to gain root access.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.44%

82.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Mosix Project	Clump Os	5.4

References

http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2002-04/0327.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/8928.phpVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4581
http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2002-04/0327.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/8928.phpVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4581

Timeline

Published: Dec 31, 2002
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2002-2088?

The MOSIX Project clump/os 5.4 creates a default VNC account without a password, which allows remote attackers to gain root access.

How severe is CVE-2002-2088?

Severity scoring for CVE-2002-2088 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2002-2088?

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