CVE-2002-0827: High severity Caldera UnixWare vulnerability
Published Aug 7, 2002
·Updated
Vulnerability in pppd on UnixWare 7.1.1 and Open UNIX 8.0.0 allows local users to gain root privileges via (1) ppptalk or (2) ppp, a different vulnerability than CVE-2002-0824.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Caldera UnixWare=7.1.1
Caldera OpenUnix=8.0
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Aug 7, 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-2002-0827?
CVE-2002-0827 has a high severity rating due to the potential for local users to gain root privileges.
2
How do I fix CVE-2002-0827?
To fix CVE-2002-0827, update your system to the latest security patches provided by Xinuos for UnixWare 7.1.1 or SCO for Open UNIX 8.0.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2002-0827?
CVE-2002-0827 affects users of Xinuos UnixWare 7.1.1 and SCO Open UNIX 8.0, specifically through vulnerabilities in pppd.
4
What functionalities are exploited in CVE-2002-0827?
CVE-2002-0827 can be exploited through the ppptalk and ppp functionalities of the affected systems.
5
Can CVE-2002-0827 lead to remote exploitation?
No, CVE-2002-0827 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability that requires local access to the system.