CVE-2002-0479 Missing authorization in n/a
Local users can bypass directory access restrictions on the C drive by accessing system files through a hidden share created by the application.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Any signed-in user
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2002-0479?
CVE-2002-0479 is a high-severity missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 11 Jun 2002. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Gravity Storm Service Pack Manager 2000 creates a hidden share (SPM2000c$) mapped to the C drive, which may allow local users to bypass access restrictions on certain directories in the C drive, such as system32, by accessing them through the hidden share.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2002-0479?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Gravity Storm Software Service Pack Manager 2000.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0479?
No fix has been published for CVE-2002-0479 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.
Is CVE-2002-0479 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2002-0479 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-f64x-qrh2-x3q5.