PT-2002-1779 · Suse · Sysconfig

Published 2002-08-12 · Updated 2008-09-10 · CVE-2002-0758

Positive Technologies (AI Summary)

CVSS v2.0

7.5

High

Base vector

AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P

Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions sysconfig package for SuSE version 8.0

Description The ifup-dhcp script in the sysconfig package allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via spoofed DHCP responses. These responses are stored and executed in a file, enabling the attacker to perform unauthorized actions.

Recommendations For SuSE 8.0, consider disabling the ifup-dhcp script until a patch is available to prevent the execution of arbitrary commands via spoofed DHCP responses. Restrict access to the affected script to minimize the risk of exploitation.

Fix

Related Identifiers

CVE-2002-0758

Affected Products

Sysconfig

References · 4

• http://novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2002_016_sysconfig_txt.html · Vendor Advisory
• https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2002-0758 · Security Note
• http://iss.net/security_center/static/9040.php · Vendor Advisory
• http://securityfocus.com/bid/4695 · Vendor Advisory