CVE-2002-0798: Low severity HPE HP-UX vulnerability

Published Jul 26, 2002
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Updated

Vulnerability in swinstall for HP-UX 11.00 and 11.11 allows local users to view obtain data views for files that cannot be directly read by the user, which reportedly can be used to cause a denial of service.

Affected Software

2 affected components
HPE HP-UX=11.11
HPE HP-UX=11.00

Event History

Jul 26, 2002
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2002-0798?

CVE-2002-0798 is considered to have a medium severity level due to the potential for local users to access sensitive data.

2

How do I fix CVE-2002-0798?

To remediate CVE-2002-0798, users should upgrade to a patched version of HP-UX where this vulnerability is addressed.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2002-0798?

CVE-2002-0798 affects local users of HP-UX versions 11.00 and 11.11.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2002-0798 allow?

CVE-2002-0798 allows local users to potentially cause a denial of service by accessing data views of files they cannot read directly.

5

Is there a way to mitigate the risk from CVE-2002-0798?

Mitigation of CVE-2002-0798 involves limiting local user permissions and monitoring access to sensitive files.

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