Vulnerability Description
Untrusted search path vulnerability in libX11.so in xfree86, when used in setuid or setgid programs, allows local users to gain root privileges via a modified LD_PRELOAD environment variable that points to a malicious module.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Xfree86 Project | X11R6 | 4.1.0 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/linux/suse/2002-q3/1116.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000529
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10137.phpPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/11922
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-066.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-067.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5735PatchVendor Advisory
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/linux/suse/2002-q3/1116.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000529
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10137.phpPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/11922
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-066.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-067.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5735PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-1472?
CVE-2002-1472 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Untrusted search path vulnerability in libX11.so in xfree86, when used in setuid or setgid programs, allows local users to gain root privileges via a modified LD_PRELOAD environment variable that poin...
How severe is CVE-2002-1472?
CVE-2002-1472 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-2002-1472?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Xfree86 Project X11R6.