CVE-2002-2323 Missing authorization in n/a

High 7.5 Published Updated

Attackers can bypass access restrictions on files restored from backup due to improper ACL handling in Sun PC NetLink.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2002-2323?

CVE-2002-2323 is a high-severity missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 26 Oct 2007. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Sun PC NetLink 1.0 through 1.2 does not properly set the access control list (ACL) for files and directories that use symbolic links and have been restored from backup, which could allow local or remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions.

Weakness: CWE-59, CWE-281

Which versions are affected by CVE-2002-2323?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Sun Solaris Pc Netlink.

How do I fix CVE-2002-2323?

No fix has been published for CVE-2002-2323 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-2002-2323 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2002-2323 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-5888-494v-35jq.

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