Vulnerability Description
/dev/ipfilter on SGI IRIX 6.5 is installed by /dev/MAKEDEV with insecure default permissions (644), which could allow a local user to cause a denial of service (traffic disruption).
CVSS Score
2.1
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sgi | Irix | 6.5 |
References
- ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/20020408-01-IPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/8960.php
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/770891US Government Resource
- http://www.osvdb.org/4695
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4648
- ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/20020408-01-IPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/8960.php
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/770891US Government Resource
- http://www.osvdb.org/4695
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4648
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-0172?
CVE-2002-0172 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). /dev/ipfilter on SGI IRIX 6.5 is installed by /dev/MAKEDEV with insecure default permissions (644), which could allow a local user to cause a denial of service (traffic disruption).
How severe is CVE-2002-0172?
CVE-2002-0172 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2002-0172?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sgi Irix.