CVE-2002-1695

Description

Norton Internet Security 2001 opens log files with FILE_SHARE_READ and FILE_SHARE_WRITE permissions, which could allow remote attackers to modify the log file contents while Norton Internet Security is running.

5.0

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 1.89% Top 20%

Affected: n/a n/a

References

Link	Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3888	vdb entry
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7919	vdb entry
http://online.securityfocus.com/archive/1/250591	mailing list

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2002-1695?: CVE-2002-1695 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2002-1695?: To fix CVE-2002-1695, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2002-1695 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2002-1695 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~2% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.

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