CVE-2002-0294: Low severity Alcatel-Lucent OmniPCX vulnerability
Published May 3, 2002
·Updated
Alcatel 4400 installs the /chetc/shutdown command with setgid privileges, which allows many different local users to shut down the system.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Alcatel-Lucent OmniPCX=4400
Event History
May 3, 2002
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
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.
2
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.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2002-0294?
CVE-2002-0294 affects Alcatel Lucent OmniPCX version 4400.
4
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.
5
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.