What is the severity of CVE-2002-0512?

The severity of CVE-2002-0512 is considered moderate due to its potential to allow local users to escalate privileges.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0512?

To fix CVE-2002-0512, you should ensure that the LD_LIBRARY_PATH environment variable does not include the current working directory when running startkde.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2002-0512?

CVE-2002-0512 affects Caldera OpenLinux versions 2.3 through 3.1.1, specifically the OpenLinux Server and Workstation.

Can CVE-2002-0512 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2002-0512 is not remotely exploitable; it requires local access to the affected system.

What applications are impacted by CVE-2002-0512?

The vulnerability impacts the startkde application in KDE running on affected versions of Caldera OpenLinux.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2002-0512

medium

4.6

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other

12/8/2002

2/4/2003

8/8/2024

CVE-2002-0512

First published: Mon Aug 12 2002(Updated: )

startkde in KDE for Caldera OpenLinux 2.3 through 3.1.1 sets the LD_LIBRARY_PATH environment variable to include the current working directory, which could allow local users to gain privileges of other users running startkde via Trojan horse libraries.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
SCO OpenLinux Server	=3.1.1
SCO OpenLinux Workstation	=3.1.1

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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4400

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2002-0512?
The severity of CVE-2002-0512 is considered moderate due to its potential to allow local users to escalate privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0512?
To fix CVE-2002-0512, you should ensure that the LD_LIBRARY_PATH environment variable does not include the current working directory when running startkde.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2002-0512?
CVE-2002-0512 affects Caldera OpenLinux versions 2.3 through 3.1.1, specifically the OpenLinux Server and Workstation.
Can CVE-2002-0512 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2002-0512 is not remotely exploitable; it requires local access to the affected system.
What applications are impacted by CVE-2002-0512?
The vulnerability impacts the startkde application in KDE running on affected versions of Caldera OpenLinux.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2002-0512?
The severity of CVE-2002-0512 is considered moderate due to its potential to allow local users to escalate privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0512?
To fix CVE-2002-0512, you should ensure that the LD_LIBRARY_PATH environment variable does not include the current working directory when running startkde.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2002-0512?
CVE-2002-0512 affects Caldera OpenLinux versions 2.3 through 3.1.1, specifically the OpenLinux Server and Workstation.
Can CVE-2002-0512 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2002-0512 is not remotely exploitable; it requires local access to the affected system.
What applications are impacted by CVE-2002-0512?
The vulnerability impacts the startkde application in KDE running on affected versions of Caldera OpenLinux.