How severe is CVE-2002-0987?

CVE-2002-0987 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-0987 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (49th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-0987?

CVE-2002-0987 primarily affects Caldera Unixware. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0987?

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-2002-0987 published?

CVE-2002-0987 was published on 2002-09-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-0987

CVE-2002-0987 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

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (49th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Caldera Unixware
Published: 2002-09-24
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

X server (Xsco) in OpenUNIX 8.0.0 and UnixWare 7.1.1 does not drop privileges before calling programs such as xkbcomp using popen, which could allow local users to gain privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0987?: X server (Xsco) in OpenUNIX 8.0.0 and UnixWare 7.1.1 does not drop privileges before calling programs such as xkbcomp using popen, which could allow local users to gain privileges.
How severe is CVE-2002-0987?: CVE-2002-0987 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0987 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (49th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0987?: CVE-2002-0987 primarily affects Caldera Unixware. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0987?: 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-2002-0987 published?: CVE-2002-0987 was published on 2002-09-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:caldera:unixware:7.1.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:caldera:openunix:8.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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