CVE-2002-0767

CVE-2002-0767 is a high-severity vulnerability in Richard Gooch Simpleinit 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

simpleinit on Linux systems does not close a read/write FIFO file descriptor before creating a child process, which allows the child process to cause simpleinit to execute arbitrary programs with root privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0767?
simpleinit on Linux systems does not close a read/write FIFO file descriptor before creating a child process, which allows the child process to cause simpleinit to execute arbitrary programs with root privileges.
How severe is CVE-2002-0767?
CVE-2002-0767 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0767 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (70th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0767?
CVE-2002-0767 affects Richard Gooch Simpleinit. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0767?
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-2002-0767 published?
CVE-2002-0767 was published on 2002-08-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)