Vulnerability Description
Maped in LuxMan 0.41 uses the user-provided search path to find and execute the gzip program, which allows local users to modify /dev/mem and gain privileges via a modified PATH environment variable that points to a Trojan horse gzip program.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Frank Mcingvale | Luxman | 0.41 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/vulnwatch/2002-q4/0062.html
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=103660334009855&w=2
- http://www.debian.org/security/2002/dsa-189PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.idefense.com/advisory/11.06.02.txtExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10549.php
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6113
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/vulnwatch/2002-q4/0062.html
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=103660334009855&w=2
- http://www.debian.org/security/2002/dsa-189PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.idefense.com/advisory/11.06.02.txtExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10549.php
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6113
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-1245?
CVE-2002-1245 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Maped in LuxMan 0.41 uses the user-provided search path to find and execute the gzip program, which allows local users to modify /dev/mem and gain privileges via a modified PATH environment variable t...
How severe is CVE-2002-1245?
CVE-2002-1245 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-2002-1245?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Frank Mcingvale Luxman.