How severe is CVE-2002-1278?

CVE-2002-1278 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-1278 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (82nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-1278?

CVE-2002-1278 primarily affects Jacques Gelinas Linuxconf. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-1278?

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-2002-1278 published?

CVE-2002-1278 was published on 2002-11-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-1278

CVE-2002-1278 is a high-severity vulnerability in Jacques Gelinas Linuxconf with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. 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 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (82nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Jacques Gelinas Linuxconf
Published: 2002-11-12
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The mailconf module in Linuxconf 1.24, and other versions before 1.28, on Conectiva Linux 6.0 through 8, and possibly other distributions, generates the Sendmail configuration file (sendmail.cf) in a way that configures Sendmail to run as an open mail relay, which allows remote attackers to send Spam email.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-1278?: The mailconf module in Linuxconf 1.24, and other versions before 1.28, on Conectiva Linux 6.0 through 8, and possibly other distributions, generates the Sendmail configuration file (sendmail.cf) in a way that configures Sendmail to run as an open mail relay, which allows remote attackers to send Spam email.
How severe is CVE-2002-1278?: CVE-2002-1278 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-1278 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (82nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-1278?: CVE-2002-1278 primarily affects Jacques Gelinas Linuxconf. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1278?: 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-2002-1278 published?: CVE-2002-1278 was published on 2002-11-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:jacques_gelinas:linuxconf:1.2.4r2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:jacques_gelinas:linuxconf:1.2.5r3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

More vulnerabilities in Jacques Gelinas Linuxconf

CVE-2002-1506 — High (CVSS 7.2): Buffer overflow in Linuxconf before 1.28r4 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long LINUXCONF_LANG…

All CVEs affecting Jacques Gelinas Linuxconf →