How severe is CVE-2002-1514?

CVE-2002-1514 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2002-1514 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (54th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2002-1514?

CVE-2002-1514 primarily affects Borland Software Interbase. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2002-1514?

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-2002-1514 published?

CVE-2002-1514 was published on 2003-04-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2002-1514

CVE-2002-1514 is a high-severity vulnerability in Borland Software Interbase 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% (54th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Borland Software Interbase
Published: 2003-04-02
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

gds_lock_mgr in Borland InterBase allows local users to overwrite files and gain privileges via a symlink attack on a "isc_init1.X" temporary file, as demonstrated by modifying the xinetdbd file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-1514?: gds_lock_mgr in Borland InterBase allows local users to overwrite files and gain privileges via a symlink attack on a "isc_init1.X" temporary file, as demonstrated by modifying the xinetdbd file.
How severe is CVE-2002-1514?: CVE-2002-1514 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-1514 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (54th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-1514?: CVE-2002-1514 primarily affects Borland Software Interbase. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1514?: 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-2002-1514 published?: CVE-2002-1514 was published on 2003-04-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (4)

cpe:2.3:a:borland_software:interbase:4.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:borland_software:interbase:5.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:borland_software:interbase:6.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:borland_software:interbase:6.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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