Vulnerability Description
Format string vulnerability in artsd, when called by artswrapper, allows local users to gain privileges via format strings in the -a argument, which results in an error message that is not properly handled in a call to the arts_fatal function.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Artsd | Artsd | All versions |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=102607688730228&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=kde-multimedia&m=102607939232023&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=vuln-dev&m=102614898620164&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=102607688730228&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=kde-multimedia&m=102607939232023&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=vuln-dev&m=102614898620164&w=2
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-0819?
CVE-2002-0819 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Format string vulnerability in artsd, when called by artswrapper, allows local users to gain privileges via format strings in the -a argument, which results in an error message that is not properly ha...
How severe is CVE-2002-0819?
CVE-2002-0819 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-2002-0819?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Artsd Artsd.