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CVE-2002-1974

First published: Tue Dec 31 2002(Updated: )

The FTP service in Zaurus PDAs SL-5000D and SL-5500 does not require authentication, which allows remote attackers to access the file system as root.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Sharp Zaurus=sl-5500
Sharp Zaurus=sl-5000d

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2002-1974?

    CVE-2002-1974 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the lack of authentication in the FTP service.

  • How do I fix CVE-2002-1974?

    To mitigate CVE-2002-1974, enable authentication for the FTP service or disable FTP access entirely.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2002-1974?

    CVE-2002-1974 affects the Sharp Zaurus SL-5000D and SL-5500 PDAs.

  • Can CVE-2002-1974 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2002-1974 can be exploited remotely as attackers can access the file system without authentication.

  • What can attackers do with CVE-2002-1974?

    With CVE-2002-1974, attackers can gain root access to the file system and potentially modify or delete files.

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