CVE-2002-2083: Low severity Novell NetWare FTP Server vulnerability
Published Dec 31, 2002
·Updated
The Novell Netware client running on Windows 95 allows local users to bypass the login and open arbitrary files via the "What is this?" help feature, which can be launched from the Novell Netware login screen.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Novell NetWare FTP Server
Event History
Dec 31, 2002
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Jul 14, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2002-2083?
The vulnerability CVE-2002-2083 is considered to be of medium severity due to its potential to allow unauthorized file access.
2
How do I fix CVE-2002-2083?
To fix CVE-2002-2083, users should update to a newer version of Novell Netware that addresses this vulnerability.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2002-2083?
CVE-2002-2083 affects local users of the Novell Netware client running on Windows 95.
4
What type of attack is CVE-2002-2083?
CVE-2002-2083 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability that can be exploited by local users.
5
What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2002-2083?
Exploiting CVE-2002-2083 allows local users to bypass the login process and access arbitrary files on the system.