CVE-2002-0279

MediumCVSS 4.6/10Last modified Jun 16, 2026

Description

The kernel in HP-UX 11.11 does not properly provide arguments for setrlimit, which could allow local attackers to cause a denial of service (kernel panic) and possibly gain privileges.

Metrics

CVSS 2.0 4.6/10AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P

Affected software

VendorProductVersions
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References

Timeline

Published
May 31, 2002
Last modified
Jun 16, 2026
NVD status
Modified

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CVE-2002-0279: Medium severity, CVSS 4.6 | Vulnix