CVE-2002-0113: Medium severity EMC NetWorker vulnerability

Published Mar 15, 2002
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Updated

EMC NetWorker (formerly Legato NetWorker) before 7.0 stores log files in the /nsr/logs/ directory with world-readable permissions, which allows local users to read sensitive information and possibly gain privileges. NOTE: this was originally reported for Legato NetWorker 6.1 on the Solaris 7 platform.

Affected Software

1 affected component
EMC NetWorker=6.1

Event History

Mar 15, 2002
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2002-0113?

The severity of CVE-2002-0113 is considered moderate due to the possibility of local users gaining unauthorized access to sensitive information.

2

How do I fix CVE-2002-0113?

To fix CVE-2002-0113, change the permissions of the log files in the /nsr/logs/ directory to restrict world-readable access.

3

Which versions of EMC NetWorker are affected by CVE-2002-0113?

CVE-2002-0113 affects EMC NetWorker versions prior to 7.0, specifically version 6.1.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2002-0113?

CVE-2002-0113 is a local information disclosure vulnerability due to improperly configured file permissions.

5

Can CVE-2002-0113 lead to privilege escalation?

Yes, CVE-2002-0113 can potentially lead to privilege escalation by allowing local users to access sensitive information.

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