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CVE-2002-1672

Webmin 0.92, when installed from an RPM, creates /var/webmin with insecure permi...

Low CVSS 2.1

Overview

Webmin 0.92, when installed from an RPM, creates /var/webmin with insecure permissions (world readable), which could allow local users to read the root user's cookie-based authentication credentials and possibly hijack the root user's session using the credentials.

CWE: N/A Published: 2002-12-31T05:00:00.000
Risk analysis

This vulnerability is rated 🟢 LOW.

  • CVSS: 2.1 (LOW)
  • Detected tags: none (tag impact: LOW)

Recommended actions:

  • Prioritize remediation based on business criticality and exposure.
  • Limit exposure and increase monitoring until fixed.

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