CVE-2002-1517

CVE-2002-1517 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Sgi Freeware with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

fsr_efs in IRIX 6.5 allows local users to conduct unauthorized file activities via a symlink attack, possibly via the .fsrlast file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-1517?
fsr_efs in IRIX 6.5 allows local users to conduct unauthorized file activities via a symlink attack, possibly via the .fsrlast file.
How severe is CVE-2002-1517?
CVE-2002-1517 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2002-1517 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-1517?
CVE-2002-1517 primarily affects Sgi Freeware. In total, 24 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1517?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2002-1517 published?
CVE-2002-1517 was published on 2003-04-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (24)

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