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CVE-2002-0202

3.6 · LOW

PaintBBS 1.2 installs certain files and directories with insecure permissions, which allows local users to (1) obtain the encrypted server password via the world-readable oekakibbs.conf file, or (2…

Published May 16, 2002paintbbsEPSS 0.40%

Overview

CVE-2002-0202 is a low-severity vulnerability affecting paintbbs paintbbs. It was published on May 16, 2002 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.6 (LOW).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.6, rated LOW. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

PaintBBS 1.2 installs certain files and directories with insecure permissions, which allows local users to (1) obtain the encrypted server password via the world-readable oekakibbs.conf file, or (2) modify the server configuration via the world-writeable /oekaki/ folder.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from paintbbs. Update paintbbs to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0202?

CVE-2002-0202 is a low-severity vulnerability affecting paintbbs paintbbs. It was published on May 16, 2002 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.6 (LOW).

How severe is CVE-2002-0202?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.6, rated LOW. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2002-0202?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from paintbbs. Update paintbbs to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2002-0202?

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