2.1
CWE
NVD-CWE-Other
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2002-0294

First published: Fri May 03 2002(Updated: )

Alcatel 4400 installs the /chetc/shutdown command with setgid privileges, which allows many different local users to shut down the system.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Alcatel-Lucent OmniPCX=4400

Never miss a vulnerability like this again

Sign up to SecAlerts for real-time vulnerability data matched to your software, aggregated from hundreds of sources.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2002-0294?

    CVE-2002-0294 has a medium severity rating, primarily due to the potential for unauthorized system shutdown.

  • How do I fix CVE-2002-0294?

    To fix CVE-2002-0294, remove the setgid permission from the /chetc/shutdown command or restrict access to trusted users only.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2002-0294?

    CVE-2002-0294 affects Alcatel Lucent OmniPCX version 4400.

  • What impact does CVE-2002-0294 have on a system?

    CVE-2002-0294 allows local unauthorized users to shut down affected systems, potentially leading to service disruption.

  • Is CVE-2002-0294 prevalent in modern systems?

    CVE-2002-0294 is generally not prevalent in modern systems, but older versions of affected software may still exist in some environments.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2025 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203