LOW
CVE-2002-0213
NVD-CWE-OtherPublished: May 16, 2002· Updated: Jun 16, 2026
2.1
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
xkas in Xinet K-AShare 0.011.01 for IRIX allows local users to read arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the VOLICON file, which is copied to the .HSicon file in a shared directory.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2002-0213 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorLocal
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.
User Interaction
Scope
Impact
ConfidentialityP
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (8)
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http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/8002.phpPatch · Vendor Advisory
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http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/8002.phpPatch · Vendor Advisory
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2002-0213
CVSS Score2.1 / 10
SeverityLOW
WeaknessNVD-CWE-Other
CISA KEVNo
Affected2 vendor(s)
PublishedMay 16, 2002
Related CVEs (NVD-CWE-Other)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2002-0213 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
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