CVE Catalog

CVE-2002-1616

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Multiple buffer overflows in HP Tru64 UNIX allow local users to gain root privileges through commands such as su, chsh, passwd, chfn, dxchpwd, and libc.

Risk Assessment

Local users may exploit these vulnerabilities to gain full control over the system, posing a serious security threat to the organization.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the system to the latest version and restrict access to critical commands for unauthorized users.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Multiple buffer overflows in HP Tru64 UNIX 5.1a, 5.1, 5.0a, 4.0g, and 4.0f allow local users to gain root privileges via (1) su, (2) chsh, (3) passwd, (4) chfn, (5) dxchpwd, and (6) libc.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS