HIGH · 7.5

CVE-2002-0904

SayText function in Kismet 2.2.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters (backtick or pipe) in the essid argument.

Vulnerability Description

SayText function in Kismet 2.2.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters (backtick or pipe) in the essid argument.

CVSS Score

7.5

HIGH

AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Confidentiality
PARTIAL
Integrity
PARTIAL
Availability
PARTIAL

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
KismetKismet2.2

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2002-0904?

CVE-2002-0904 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). SayText function in Kismet 2.2.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters (backtick or pipe) in the essid argument.

How severe is CVE-2002-0904?

CVE-2002-0904 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2002-0904?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Kismet Kismet.