CVE-2002-0678

CVE-2002-0678 is a high-severity vulnerability in Caldera Unixware with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

CDE ToolTalk database server (ttdbserver) allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the transaction log file used by the _TT_TRANSACTION RPC procedure.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0678?
CDE ToolTalk database server (ttdbserver) allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the transaction log file used by the _TT_TRANSACTION RPC procedure.
How severe is CVE-2002-0678?
CVE-2002-0678 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0678 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 9% (95th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0678?
CVE-2002-0678 primarily affects Caldera Unixware. In total, 47 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0678?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2002-0678 published?
CVE-2002-0678 was published on 2002-07-23 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (47)

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