CVE-2002-0798: Low severity HPE HP-UX vulnerability
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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.
Who is affected by CVE-2002-0798?
CVE-2002-0798 affects local users of HP-UX versions 11.00 and 11.11.
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.
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.