Vulnerability Description
Format string vulnerability in the message catalog library functions in UnixWare 7.1.1 allows local users to gain privileges by modifying the LC_MESSAGE environment variable to read other message catalogs containing format strings from setuid programs such as vxprint.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Caldera | Unixware | 7.1.1 |
References
- ftp://stage.caldera.com/pub/security/unixware/CSSA-2002-SCO.3/CSSA-2002-SCO.3.txPatchVendor Advisory
- http://online.securityfocus.com/archive/1/255414ExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/8113.phpPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4060
- ftp://stage.caldera.com/pub/security/unixware/CSSA-2002-SCO.3/CSSA-2002-SCO.3.txPatchVendor Advisory
- http://online.securityfocus.com/archive/1/255414ExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/8113.phpPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/4060
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-0246?
CVE-2002-0246 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Format string vulnerability in the message catalog library functions in UnixWare 7.1.1 allows local users to gain privileges by modifying the LC_MESSAGE environment variable to read other message cata...
How severe is CVE-2002-0246?
CVE-2002-0246 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2002-0246?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Caldera Unixware.