CVE-2002-2242 describes a vulnerability in the Apple Package Manager within KisMAC 0.02a and earlier, where it incorrectly modifies file permissions of sensitive files post-installation. This flaw, with a CVSS score of 6.4, allows unauthenticated attackers to potentially read or modify these files due to an easily exploitable network vector and low attack complexity. While there is no known active exploitation, public exploit code, or KEV listing, the vulnerability has garnered significant community discussion, indicating awareness despite its age.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
<= 0.2aCPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:kismac:kismac:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:N
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