CVE-2002-0162

CVE-2002-0162 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Logwatch with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

LogWatch before 2.5 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a symlink attack on the logwatch temporary directory.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0162?
LogWatch before 2.5 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a symlink attack on the logwatch temporary directory.
How severe is CVE-2002-0162?
CVE-2002-0162 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.2, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2002-0162 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (51st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0162?
CVE-2002-0162 affects Logwatch. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0162?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2002-0162 published?
CVE-2002-0162 was published on 2002-03-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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