How severe is CVE-2002-1403?

CVE-2002-1403 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-1403 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (34th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-1403?

CVE-2002-1403 primarily affects Phystech Dhcpcd. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-1403?

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-2002-1403 published?

CVE-2002-1403 was published on 2003-01-17 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-1403

CVE-2002-1403 is a high-severity vulnerability in Phystech Dhcpcd 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: 0% (34th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Phystech Dhcpcd
Published: 2003-01-17
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

dhcpcd DHCP client daemon 1.3.22 and earlier allows local users to execute arbitrary code via shell metacharacters that are fed from a dhcpd .info script into a .exe script.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-1403?: dhcpcd DHCP client daemon 1.3.22 and earlier allows local users to execute arbitrary code via shell metacharacters that are fed from a dhcpd .info script into a .exe script.
How severe is CVE-2002-1403?: CVE-2002-1403 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-1403 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (34th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-1403?: CVE-2002-1403 primarily affects Phystech Dhcpcd. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1403?: 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-2002-1403 published?: CVE-2002-1403 was published on 2003-01-17 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:phystech:dhcpcd:1.3.17_pl2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:phystech:dhcpcd:1.3.22_pl1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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