CVE-2002-2425: Critical severity Sun Solaris Answerbook2 vulnerability

Published Dec 31, 2002
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Updated

Sun AnswerBook2 1.2 through 1.4.2 allows remote attackers to execute administrative scripts such as (1) AdminViewError and (2) AdminAddadmin via a direct request.

Affected Software

5 affected components
Sun Solaris Answerbook2=1.4
Sun Solaris Answerbook2=1.4.1
Sun Solaris Answerbook2=1.2
Sun Solaris Answerbook2=1.4.2
Sun Solaris Answerbook2=1.3

Event History

Dec 31, 2002
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Nov 1, 2007
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2002-2425?

CVE-2002-2425 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2002-2425?

To fix CVE-2002-2425, upgrade to a version of Sun Solaris AnswerBook2 that is not affected, specifically any version beyond 1.4.2.

3

Which versions of Sun Solaris AnswerBook2 are affected by CVE-2002-2425?

CVE-2002-2425 affects Sun Solaris AnswerBook2 versions 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, and 1.4.1.

4

What types of attacks can be executed using CVE-2002-2425?

CVE-2002-2425 allows remote attackers to execute administrative scripts such as AdminViewError and AdminAddadmin.

5

Is CVE-2002-2425 still a threat today?

While CVE-2002-2425 is a dated vulnerability, it remains a threat for systems that are still running the affected versions of the software.

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