CVE-2002-0040

CVE-2002-0040 is a low-severity vulnerability in Sgi Irix with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Vulnerability in SGI IRIX 6.5.11 through 6.5.15f allows local users to cause privileged applications to dump core via the HOSTALIASES environment variable, which might allow the users to gain privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0040?
Vulnerability in SGI IRIX 6.5.11 through 6.5.15f allows local users to cause privileged applications to dump core via the HOSTALIASES environment variable, which might allow the users to gain privileges.
How severe is CVE-2002-0040?
CVE-2002-0040 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2002-0040 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (25th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0040?
CVE-2002-0040 primarily affects Sgi Irix. In total, 21 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0040?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2002-0040 published?
CVE-2002-0040 was published on 2002-03-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (21)

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