CVE-2002-1403 describes a local arbitrary code execution vulnerability in dhcpcd DHCP client daemon versions 1.3.22 and earlier, specifically affecting the phystech dhcpcd product. The flaw allows local users to inject and execute arbitrary code by leveraging shell metacharacters passed from a dhcpd .info script to a .exe script. This vulnerability carries a CVSS score of 7.2, indicating high severity with local access, low attack complexity, and complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Its EPSS score is very low, suggesting a minimal probability of exploitation. There is no evidence of active exploitation, nor are there any known public exploits available in Metasploit, Nuclei, or ExploitDB. Community discussion and media coverage for this CVE are virtually nonexistent, reflecting its low profile and limited attention.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
1.3.17_pl2CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:phystech:dhcpcd:1.3.17_pl2:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
1.3.22_pl1CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:phystech:dhcpcd:1.3.22_pl1:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
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