CVE-2002-1419: High severity SGI IRIX vulnerability
The upgrade of IRIX on Origin 3000 to 6.5.13 through 6.5.16 changes the MAC address of the system, which could modify intended access restrictions that are based on a MAC address.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-1419?
CVE-2002-1419 is classified with a moderate severity due to the potential for unauthorized access based on MAC address changes.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1419?
To fix CVE-2002-1419, ensure that access controls based on MAC addresses are updated to include any changes made during the upgrade.
What systems are affected by CVE-2002-1419?
CVE-2002-1419 affects SGI IRIX versions 6.5.13 to 6.5.16 on Origin 3000 systems.
What are the risks associated with CVE-2002-1419?
The primary risk with CVE-2002-1419 is the alteration of network access controls which could allow unauthorized users access to restricted resources.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2002-1419?
A potential workaround for CVE-2002-1419 is to manually configure static MAC address controls to correctly reflect the new MAC addresses after the upgrade.